Barrie Readers' Choice 2017

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Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers In 1958, watchmaker Bill Le Boeuf was visiting jewellers to market his new invention, a machine to wind automatic watches. In Barrie, a jeweller at 52 Dunlop St. W. said he wanted to retire and asked Bill if he wanted to buy his business.

“My Dad had nothing to lose so he bought the business for $18,000, an amount that would have bought three nice houses in Barrie,” says son Adam Le Boeuf, now owner of the 59-year old family business. “We’re really happy that our community has recognized us with this award. There is a unique vibe to our store. There has been a jeweller in this downtown building since the 1940s. The original jeweller brought his 1920s fixtures and antique clock from Cobalt, Ontario. We still have them. The clock runs everyday.”

Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers, winner of Readers Choice Awards every year except one since 1999, stocks a wide range of beautiful jewellery including diamond and gemstone rings, pendants and earrings; and wedding and

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engagement rings. However, the venerable shop is best known for its high quality estate watches and jewellery. You’ll find great examples from such brands as Tiffany, Cartier, Rolex, Omega and many more. They also have great experience in full custom creations. An on-site gemologist plus several designer/goldsmiths help customers redesign and remodel existing pieces and create gorgeous new ones. Pieces that are not reusable are recycled.

“Recycling metals such as gold back into the jewellery business is good for the environment because then not as much metal needs to be mined,” explains Adam. “We also buy broken diamonds that are recut and recycled.”

The company has always been about supplying their community with great jewellery at great prices while setting the bar for providing great value. On November 1, 2017, Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers begins its 60th year of family business in the same location in downtown Barrie. Adam says they have seen a lot of business come and

go during that time, but Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers is still there serving the public.

Through six decades, generations of family members have come to Bill Le Boeuf Jeweller’s for their engagement rings, wedding rings and gifts.

“We have people say their grandfather bought his engagement ring here, and so did their parents and uncle as well,” says Adam. “It’s great to hear those stories. Someone’s aunt or cousin will have recommended they come here. It’s a tradition in downtown Barrie. We’re fiercely proud of that tradition.”

Adam also enjoys another aspect of running a jewellery business. People are usually coming in to shop for happy occasions.

“We really have fun here. It’s not work, it’s a lifestyle for us. Most of our staff have extensive jewellery business experience and are dedicated”.

About Adam Le Boeuf As a teenager, Adam worked parttime at his family’s jewellery store, Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers at 52 Dunlop St. W. in downtown Barrie. He would follow his father Bill into the business full-time and later become the proud owner of the business. Adam now holds accreditation as a gemologist from the Gemological Institute of America in Santa Monica, California. With this training and his extensive experience, Adam can professionally assess the quality of a wide variety of gemstones from around the world. He is also able to source and secure high quality gemstones internationally to meet his customers’ jewellery needs. Adam’s ability to locate diamonds from all corners of the globe gives Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers the largest selection of diamonds in the Barrie area.

Bill Le Boeuf 52 Dunlop St. West Barrie 705-728-3343 www.BillLeBoeufJewellers.com

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favourite Gourmet/Specialty Food Store

Delicious Healthy Simple

Voted Favourite Gourmet Food Store & Specialty Foods Denise Tucker, owner of Barrie Olive Oil, visited her first olive oil tasting bar as a skeptic, but left as a believer in its beautiful taste and health benefits.

Now her two stores in Barrie provide tastings of high quality fresh oil olive and delicious all-natural aged balsamic vinegar from Modena, Italy.

“Our staff helps customers use olive oils and balsamics for all kinds of food preparation,” says Denise, whose biggest seller is extra virgin olive oil, followed closely by olive oil infused with flavours like Blood Orange, Garlic and Persian Lime. “Our olive oil is always fresh and of the highest quality. Our balsamic vinegar is authentic and likely different than anything you’ve

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tasted! There are no artificial ingredients, colouring or preservatives in either product.”

After a customer chooses an olive oil or balsamic vinegar, their selection is fresh-poured, labelled and sealed to take home. The stores also have sample sets, gift baskets and a wide selection of gourmet foods and accessories – products that make wonderful gifts!

Barrie Olive Oil collaborates with other local companies like Lotus Natural Living to offer an olive oil skin care line and with Chelsea Chocolates to sell a line of chocolate truffles infused with olive oil and balsamic vinegar!

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Readers’ CH OICE Barrie Advance 2 0 17

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Publisher Dana Robbins Regional General Manager Simcoe - York - Muskoka Shaun Sauve General Manager Simcoe Elise Allain Advertising Manager Kim Harrison

Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Barrie Advance Readers’ Choice Winners Magazine. We are proud to celebrate and feature favourite businesses voted by our readers in 2017.

For two decades, the Barrie Advance has invited the community to nominate and choose a favourite in more than 250 categories of businesses ranging from automotive services, local retail stores, health care and more. Each of the companies you will read about have earned a top spot for a variety of reasons including exceptional customer service, quality products and excellence in brand marketing.

Included in these pages, you will find a complete directory by category for you to reference throughout the year.

We also want to take this opportunity to watch for our 2018 call for nominations, taking place in April 2018. Not only will you be able to nominate your favourite businesses and cast your vote online at Simcoe.com, you will also be entered to win a $300 gift card from a nominated business of your choice.

We hope you enjoy learning more about our local featured companies and some of the secrets to their success.

Advertising Sales Representatives Debbie Booth Carolyn Brayiannis Vic Dellamora Shannon Dunlop Renee Duthie Debbie Halikas Janet Lee-Holden Stacey MacDonald Mary March Advertising Coordinator Nadine Kennedy Lindsay Malone Editorial Contributions Elise Allain Nikki Cole Graphic Design Nick Bornino Melissa DiFelice Director of Distribution Mike Banville

Congratulations to all of our 2017 winners!

Elise Allain 21 Patterson Road, Barrie, ON L4N 7W6 Phone: 705-726-0573 Fax: 705-721-8859 For further information regarding all our products, we invite you to call us at 705-726-0573

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Serving Barrie for over 48 years, this local business is a true success story.

Barrie Nissan 630 Veterans Dr., Barrie 705-726-0649 www.barrienissan.ca

Barrie Nissan For the fourth year in a row, Barrie Nissan has been recognized for outstanding customer service. Meghan Williams has been voted Readers Choice Favourite New & Used Car Salesperson.

“We are currently ninth out of 196 Nissan dealers in Canada for customer satisfaction and I would say we are number one for employee satisfaction,” says General Manager Doug Ross.

Fall is the busiest time at Barrie Nissan, with September historically the most active month.

This September may have been a recordsetting month for the dealership.

“In the last three years, our sales have been up over 100 per cent,” says Doug. “The Nissan brand is the fastest growing mainstream brand in Canada. About three or four years ago, Nissan decided to brand itself as the value leader in the market place, meaning they will either offer their vehicles for better value than

the competition, or will offer you a vehicle with the same equipment at a lower price.”

Much of Barrie Nissan’s stellar level of customer satisfaction can be attributed to their salespeople’s approach to helping their customer choose the right vehicle. It starts with welcoming customers as they walk in and concludes with exceeding the customer’s expectations.

“I don’t want customers to feel we sold them anything,” Doug says. “I want them to leave here thinking we helped them to make the right decision. We’re thankful that people give us the opportunity to earn their business. We believe in treating people the way we would like to be treated.”

Nissan has introduced many new vehicle models recently and lowered the pricing from previous years. In the next 18 months, seven more models will make their debut. Right now, you can see some of next year’s models,

including the sleek and sporty 2018 Nissan 370Z and the seven-passenger 2018 Nissan Pathfinder SUV, at Barrie Nissan.

The dealership’s award-winning service department features a fully equipped shop to handle your vehicle’s regular maintenance and mechanical repair work. Hours are scheduled conveniently for customers with shuttle service for extra flexibility. This level of customer service makes Barrie Nissan the best decision for buying or servicing your car, truck, cross over, mini van or SUV. “I truly believe we can assist anybody to make the right decision when they buy their vehicle,” says Doug. “Their second and third decision to come here is going to be because of our service department, how well we take care of people.”

For more information about Barrie Nissan’s vehicles, please go to www.barrienissan.ca.

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veterinarian – Trish O’Sullivan

O’Sullivan Animal Hospital Veterinarian Trish O’Sullivan’s goal is to give her companion animal patients the best possible care. This goal has resulted in a new ‘one stop’, 24-hour animal hospital that is also an accredited emergency facility.

The 7,000 sq. ft. hospital, situated in the same plaza as its former location, is Barrie’s only 24hour veterinary facility.

The hospital reflects Dr. O’Sullivan’s passion for staying current with the latest ways to meet patients’ needs while also taking the client’s budget into consideration. The clinic does not charge extra after hours or emergency fees.

“For companion animals, we have dentistry, vaccines and wellness services as well as some unique services such as the fastest CAT scan machine of any vet clinic in Canada,” says Dr. O’Sullivan. “A board certified radiologist reads all our CAT scans. We also have endoscopes, ultra sound machines and an in-ground heated swimming pool with a ramp and underwater treadmill for hydrotherapy and rehabilitation.”

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injured animal can have all services done at O’Sullivan Animal Hospital.

“We can see a trauma patient, stabilize the animal and go into the operating room,” says Dr. O’Sullivan. “We offer some complimentary rehab with all of our orthopaedics.”

O’Sullivan Animal Hospital also offers a unique 24-hour drive-through window service where items like pet food and prescriptions can be picked up and things such as samples can be dropped off.

“You can pick up your pet’s medication at 4 a.m. without getting out of your car if you have just gotten off work,” says Dr. O’Sullivan.

“Gone are the days when everyone worked from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The drive-through is always open like the rest of the clinic. We also have home made cookies and coffee available for our clients anytime.”

Being a cat lover, Dr. O’Sullivan decided to make vet visits as easy as possible for felines.

Cats have a separate entrance, reception area and exam rooms on the opposite side of the

facility from where dogs enter. The cat boarding area has windows, ledges, cat trees and bird feeders outside. As well, relaxing pheromones and calming music fills the air.

“We just got iCalm Cat and iCalm Dog which are speakers with music statistically shown to make cats and dogs less stressed,” says Dr. O’Sullivan. “We play the music in the clinic, trauma centre and dog and cat boarding wards.

It calms us too. We also have a glassed in ICU for cats in the trauma centre. All the floors are heated and it’s quiet. We can keep an eye on critical patients through the glass.”

Dr. O’Sullivan feels her new animal hospital, recently renovated and re-opened in 2016, meets the needs of companion animals and their humans.

“We feel that we have always practiced high quality medicine at an affordable price so that more people can get that kind of care for their pet,” says Dr. O’Sullivan. “This new facility looks professional and reflects our desire to strive for excellence.”

Top Ten Reasons Why Animals Love O’Sullivan Animal Hospital 1. O’Sullivan Animal Hospital is Barrie’s only 24 hour/7 day companion animal hospital.

It’s always open!

2. It is dual accredited as an emergency facility and companion animal hospital.

3. Cats have their very own entrance, reception area and boarding space.

4. Dogs love hydrotherapy in the hospital’s heated in-ground pool and underwater treadmill.

5. Calming music and pheromone-scented air throughout the clinic soothes cats and dogs.

6. No emergency fees! Prices are the same 24 hrs. daily, including weekends and holidays.

7. Our parents can enjoy homemade cookies and coffee in the reception areas.

8. The hospital has the fastest CAT scan of any veterinary clinic in Canada.

9. Their drive-in window is open 24 hr. for convenient pick-ups and drop offs.

10. Easy to make appointments!

Please call 705-728-VETS(8387).

O’Sullivan Animal Hospital 420 Leacock Drive, Barrie 705-728-VETS(8387) osullivananimalhospital.com

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chiropractic clinic

We are the Barrie Chiropractors who know how to help.

Thank You for voting us Favourite Chiropractic Clinic!

It is with great appreciation that we THANK YOU, our valued Practice Members, for voting us “Favourite Chiropractic Clinic” for the 2017 Barrie Advance Readers’ Choice Awards!

It is a great honour to serve you and we are so flattered that you took the time to nominate and vote on our behalf.

For over a decade, Barrie Chiropractic has helped patients – even those who only tried chiropractic as a “last resort” – find pain relief and true health.

As Dr. Darryl Bossence & Dr. Mark Trudeau explain, “We understand that for many people,

chiropractic is a mystery. We educate our patients to help them understand how their bodies work, and why chiropractic can often help where mainstream medical models fail.”

From Dr. Darryl Bossence, Dr. Mark Trudeau, Deanna, Sue, Donna, and Jennifer, a very sincere Thank You!!

We look forward to continuing our relationship with you and Serving you all in the future.

The Very Best in Health and Happiness to you all.

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Barrie Chiropractic and Health Services Centre 604-55 Cedar Pointe Dr. Barrie 705-792-6690 barriechiropractor.com

Serving Barrie for nearly 40 years, this local business is a true success story.

bakery and deli

Fox’s Bakery and Deli “The alarm goes off at 3:30 a.m. and I’m ready to go,” says Steve Fox, owner of Fox’s Bakery & Deli since 1999. “I have an awesome staff who work early hours and through the heat of summer.

Our customers are second to none. We know many personally and have known their grandparents and parents.”

Fox’s Bakery & Deli use over a thousand pounds of dough daily to create delicious baked goods on site that people crave. Customer traffic to the store has grown from 600 to between 800 and 1000 people daily. The store is being renovated to

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add a little elbowroom early in 2018.

“Back when Mom and Dad started the bakery in 1978, we only had 13 products and no fridges or freezers,” says Steve. “Now we have 50 types of breads and buns plus a Deli and frozen food section.”

Next year marks Fox’s 40th anniversary and everyone is invited to celebrate.

“We’re going to have a birthday celebration with cake and a whole bunch of fun throughout the entire year,” says Steve.

Fox’s Bakery and Deli 96 Victoria St. 705-737-4646 www.foxsbakery.com

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mani & pedi

Glow Day Spa has been Barrie’s premier place for refreshing spa and aesthetics services since opening 12 years ago.

Glow Day Spa 10 Anne St. South, Unit #3, Barrie 705-734-3800 www.glowdayspa.ca

Glowing with appreciation to win these awards and serve Barrie Owner Kimberly Crook says word of mouth has built Glow’s fabulous reputation.

“One woman comes in and tries our service, and soon after her friends start arriving,” says Kimberly with a smile. Glow Day Spa offers Phytomere facials, massage, waxing, manicures, pedicures and more. Spa services feature their Farmhouse Fresh body creams to relax and revitalize skin and nails.

Glow’s trained aestheticians also do eyelash extensions that last three to six weeks with a fill.

Eyelashes are attached to the client’s lashes on a one-to-one ratio or more than one for a fuller look. Extensions can be applied to look like mascara or extend beyond the natural lashes.

Kimberly specializes in the safe application of permanent make-up for eyebrows, eyeliner and lip liner. Her interest in cosmetic tattooing

started with a concern for women needing help for thinning hair. “My heart has always gone out to women who have experienced hair loss, especially through cancer treatments,” says Kimberly. “The bulk of my work is for everyday women whose brows are thinning.

They are tired of penciling them in so Permanent Makeup is a great solution. Brows and make-up services.” For permanent makeup services, Kimberly holds a complimentary consultation to show the machine, answer any questions and explain the process. When the client returns for the service, they decide on the shape first in pencil. “For eyebrows, I’ll reshape, measure and fill in the brow. We take before and after photos so the client can see the difference,” explains Kimberly. “The whole process takes about an hour. The treatment is topical and nothing enters the bloodstream.

It’s very safe. Results lasting 4-7 yrs ”

Glow’s growing popularity in Barrie is based on Kimberly and her amazing team loving what they do. “Whenever I interview for Glow, I tell them they need to have a heart for serving,” says Kimberly. “The truth is you have to love taking care of people. Our mission that we strive for daily is to consistently offer the very best of our services, products and ourselves.”

Glow’s success has lead Kimberly to expand her dream of what Glow Day Spa will look like in the future. “I love the city of Barrie and the people in it. When the time is right, I can’t wait to take Glow to the next level to serve our community better.”

Glow Day Spa is open Monday to Friday 9amto 9pm and Saturday 8am to 3pm. Call for an appointment at 705-734-3800 or book online at www.glowdayspa.ca

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nutritionist

Voted Barrie’s Favorite Nutritionist 6 years in a row

Katherine’s motto is, “There is no time like the present to Make Good Choices”.

Katherine Parent RNCP, CNP Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner Educating people on the benefits of healthy nutrition and lifestyle is a mission that comes from Katherine’s passion and desire to make a positive difference in people’s lives. Any one of her clients immediately feels the authenticity of her passion and caring about their individual health concerns.

A Holistic Nutrition Professional: Katherine is a graduate of the Institute of Holistic Nutrition

in Toronto where she earned the designation of Certified Nutritional Practitioner with First-Class Honours. She is also designated as a Registered Nutritional Orthomolecular Practitioner, RNCP/ ROHP through the International Organization of Nutritional Consultants. Recently Katherine became the exclusive Zest4life™ Practitioner in Canada. This is a program run successfully in the U.K. and founded

by Patrick Holford, one of Britain’s leading Nutrition experts. Katherine practices out of Barrie, Ontario

Make Good Choices 411 Huronia Road, Unit 5 705-722-1004 www.makegoodchoices.ca

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paint & décor Colour artist since 1980

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“Shopping with us is a truly inspiring, uplifting experience “

interior decorator Sue Kay & Company ~ Allandale Decorating Centre Helping clients select the right colours to make their homes feel welcoming and comfortable is Sue Kay’s specialty. She has worked with Benjamin Moore’s array of fine paints and beautiful colours since 1980. Sue has shared her colour and artful approach with her associates at Allandale Decorating which has made them both multiple year award winners.

“Our goal is to have people feel at ease with their style and at peace in their space .”

“I feel honoured because there is no greater honour than having people like what you do.”

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“Colour affects us emotionally and psychologically,” explains Sue. “Even trim colour can make a room feel comfortable or uncomfortable. People like white trim. Benjamin Moore makes over 200 white shades and each one will relate to the wall colour differently.”

Sue, who is also an artist, loves working with the staff at Allandale.

“Everyone at Allandale Decorating is truly lovely,” says Sue. “Customers are amazed at the service from our wonderful associates who are truly vested in your project’s outcome.”

Finest paint ever made

Sue Kay & Allandale Decorating Centre 393 Yonge Street 705-739-7730 for appointments

705-790-2284 www.colournow.ca

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denturist

Serving the Barrie Area since 1997 We believe that you deserve a beautiful smile

Barrie Denture Clinic

Barrie Denture Clinic If you want high quality, well-fitting dentures and friendly, caring service in a welcoming atmosphere, you need to visit Barrie Denture Clinic at 5 Bradford Street in Barrie. Owners Ted and Andy Protopapas, who grew up in Barrie, have been greeting clients since 1997 and providing them with exceptional full and partial dentures.

As winners of the Readers Choice Award many times over the past 20 years, Ted and Andy would like to thank their clients for their continued support and for again voting them Barrie’s Favourite Denturists. Both Ted and Andy are experts in the design and fabrication of complete, partial and dental implants supported dentures.

All dentures are professionally handcrafted in the Clinic’s full service, on-site lab. This means you get your dentures quickly and with fully personalized service. Ted and Andy often say that “Life is Too Good to Go Without a Smile”, and believe everyone deserves a beautiful smile.

“Our practice is devoted to creating dentures that fit well, look attractive and allow you to maintain a healthy mouth,” says Andy. “We take the time to handcraft each patient’s dentures at the Clinic in our state-of-the-art lab.”

“There is no middleman in the fabrication of our dentures,” says Ted. “We make dentures directly for our clients. This enables us to provide personalized, custom-fitted dentures that look and feel great.”

Barrie Denture Clinic utilizes the latest techniques and the highest quality dental materials to make the best possible dentures for you. The Clinic also offers dental implant solutions for those of you that may suffer soreness from loose, ill-fitting dentures.

Dentures fastened to dental implants are almost as comfortable as natural teeth. Dental implants

5 Bradford Street, Barrie 705-728-9898 barriedentureclinic.com will greatly improve the quality of your life as well as put an end to denture adhesives and a restricted diet.

As well as full and partial dentures and implant solutions, Barrie Denture Clinic also offers their clients same day denture relines and repairs, and denture adjustments.

Because dentures do not last a lifetime, Ted and Andy recommend clients have yearly checkups to make sure their dentures are still fitting properly and to maintain a healthy mouth.

They also recommend clients be fitted for a new set of dentures every five to seven years on average.

Barrie Denture Clinic is committed to the highest standard of personalized customer service and care. The Clinic’s denture services are covered by most dental insurance plans. Call 705-728-9898 today for your complimentary consultation. No referral is necessary.

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lawn service company

Unrivaled lawn care service.

Better products.

Real Results.

Weed Man Weed Man Barrie is known for its green and yellow spray truck fleet. However, the lawn service is renowned for using the highest quality lawn care products and its impeccable level of customer service.

“Our employees are our most important asset,” says owner George Laing. “We thank them for their hard work and dedication to customer service.”

Weed Man Barrie staff is busiest in the fall. Autumn is the optimum time to fertilize, seed and aerate lawns for healthy spring grass.

“Grass seed won’t grow when the ground temperature is cold,” advises George. “Fall is the best time because the ground temperature stays warm for about 90 days.”

Weed Man offers Fall Mini Programs to prepare lawns for winter and discounts for fall services and for discounts for 2018 services.

“We provide professional lawn care service to all our customers at a price similar to them doing it themselves,” says George. “That’s how Weed Man was founded.”

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Weed Man Barrie 364 St.Vincent Street, Unit 13, Barrie 705-721-9333 www.weedmancanada.com

“Change your lifestyle and eating habits for the rest of your life.”

weight loss clinic

Readers Choice – Weight Watchers Weight Watchers has helped people get healthy and feel better for more than 50 years. Chairman of the Board and President of the Weight Watchers Group Florine Mark says Barrie residents have had great success with Weight Watchers.

“When you start eating healthy, you feel better and that’s what Weight Watchers is all about,” says Florine. “What we do at Weight Watchers is educate you. We teach you how to choose the right foods to keep you satisfied and healthy

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while still losing weight.”

Every Weight Watchers meeting Coach originally came to meetings with a weight problem. They lost the weight, went through maintenance and trained to help others do the same. When you walk into a meeting, the staff understands exactly what you are going through and will support you.

“It’s not a diet,” says Florine. “It’s a way to help you change your lifestyle and eating habits for the rest of your life.”

Weight Watchers 4 Cedar Pointe Drive 705-722-0055 www.888-3-florine.com

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mortgage consultant

Anthem Mortgage Group is a Canadian-based mortgage brokerage with a focus on educating our clients to thrive as investors.

Anthem Mortgage Group

Empowering you to create your life on your terms Clients at Anthem Mortgage Group come to the professional, Canadian-based company for residential, commercial, and investment mortgages. What clients also receive from Anthem Mortgage Group is a superb real estate education that allows them to thrive as investors.

“One of the secrets of our success is the ability to give clients financial insights,” says Bruce. “During a meeting, we’ve had clients experience a moment where they look at something in a way they haven’t before.

That insight can change the direction of their financial future for the better.”

This life-enhancing education and excellent customer service has made Mortgage Agent Jon Doyle this year’s winner of the Readers Choice Award for Mortgage Broker/Consultant. This also marks the third consecutive year that the company has been chosen for this honour, with partner Bruce Joseph winning previously.

Bruce believes the close attention paid by staff to the needs and education of their client base has helped Anthem Mortgage Group become an award-winning company with an excellent community reputation.

Managing Director Bruce Joseph, who often speaks about financial and real estate investment in national and international media such as Maclean’s, Bloomberg, The Globe & Mail, CBC and the Wall Street Journal, says the advice given to their clients is always in their best interest and focused on improving their financial literacy.

“We keep in contact with our clients, not just to tell them about mortgages, but to give them the insights on what they should be concerned about, excited about and where they need to be looking for opportunities pertaining to mortgages and real estate,” Bruce says.

“We’re known for giving investment critical advice and timely insights into this dynamic industry.”

Anthem Mortgage Group also gives back to the community through a huge amount of work

387 Mapleview Drive West, Barrie 705-721-4509 www.anthemmortgage.ca

for local charities. Currently, the company has teamed up with TEMA to support first responders such as police officers, fire fighters, military personnel and paramedics who are dealing with post-traumatic stress and operational stress injuries.

With the current mortgage market being in flux, advice and insight from the team at Anthem Mortgage Group is more vital than ever for real estate investors and those wanting to get into the market.

“It’s no secret that we live in turbulent times and it’s confusing,” says Bruce. “But we are providing advice to the community about how to navigate it. People who follow our advice are going to not only be prepared for changes, but they are going to prosper. Our advice, service and products put our clients ahead of the curve. Most of the industry is focused on individual transactions while we outperform by focusing on our clients’ real estate portfolio holistically”.

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learning centre

The Learning Centres are proud to support communities with their learning and employment skills needs For over 20 years, the Learning Centres have helped improve the lives of Simcoe County community members wanting to upgrade their employment skills or complete an Ontario Secondary School Diploma. For its longstanding dedication to community education, the Barrie Learning Centre has won the Readers Choice Award for Favourite Learning Centre.

In gratitude, the Centre thanks our community of students and hard-working staff and teachers who make the Centre the kind, welcoming and safe place it is.

The Centre offers a variety of options for adults and youth to earn high school credits or a high school diploma, including day school, night school, summer school, correspondence courses and a new cooperative education program to earn credits while working. For the second year, eLearning delivers courses to people living at a distance.

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In addition, a provincially recognized, accredited Personal Support Worker (PSW) certificate program is available for full- and part-time students. For individuals interested in establishing a career in the health-care sector, the PSW program prepares them to assist clients with activities of daily living in hospitals, longterm care homes and client homes. Graduates can start a career in as early as six months.

The Centre is known for preparing our community of learners for their future and helping them develop 21st century skills for a successful life. Everyone who needs assistance for adult education or skills upgrading including employability and computer skills is welcome. As part of the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB), the Barrie Learning Centre partners with the Career Centre and Newcomer Welcome Centre to provide services to individuals who are looking for work, and those who are new to Canada.

The English as a Second Language (ESL) program supports individuals new to Canada improve their daily communication skills, computer skills and learn about Canadian culture and history. Upon successful completion, graduates may receive certification for their Canadian citizenship application.

The Centre also focuses on youth, with the International Languages Elementary Program.

Students enrolled in Grades 1 to 8 are eligible for the program and can choose to learn a language other than English or French, such as Arabic, Russian, Korean, German or Spanish, free of charge.

Through inclusiveness and caring, and by valuing partnership and collaboration, our staff creates a safe place for community members to get inspired to learn and reach their potential.

For over 20 years, the Learning Centres have helped improve the lives of Simcoe County community members.

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Adult Day School Co-operative education Correspondence courses English as a Second Language International Languages Elementary Program Maturity and Equivalency Credits Newcomer Welcome Centre Night School Personal Support Worker (PSW) program Skills Upgrading Summer School

Barrie Learning Centre 320 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-725-8360 thelearningcentres.com

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Serving Barrie for over 15 years, this local business is a true success story.

cosmetic clinic

Martin’s Rejuvenation Centre Martin’s Rejuvenation Centre, lead by Dr. Deborah Martin, has been proud to help men and women in Barrie look and feel their best for the past 15 years.

The clinic offers the most effective and current Medical Aesthetics treatments including Botox, fillers, age spot treatment, laser rejuvenation, varicose and spider veins and most recently, laser treatments for urinary incontinence, sleep apnea and skin tightening.

“The level of professionalism at Martin’s is very high”, says Dr. Martin, who worked as an emergency physician for 25 years while she simultaneously started her aesthetics business.

“Our staff including doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses and technicians has been hand-picked and trained by me personally. In addition, they attend educational conferences in Canada, USA and Europe.

“Focus on the GOOD” is something that you will hear often at Martin’s Rejuvenation Centre. The team seeks to find their client’s BEST features and enhance them, rather than focusing on faults.

“I am very pleased to see that clients who have been with us for 15 years have a natural look – aesthetics truly is an art and a science,” says Dr. Martin.

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Martin’s Rejuvenation Centre 526 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-735-0639 1-800-627-3309 www.barriebotox.ca

We have been Moving People Forward® Since 2010

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Two Men and a Truck As the busy fall moving season gets under way, Two Men and a Truck owner Dan Brohm wants thank those who have again voted his company Favourite Mover.

“I would like to thank the citizens of Barrie,” says Dan. “Without our customers, we wouldn’t be where we are. I also want to thank our staff. We are fortunate to have such high quality people.”

Customers are very satisfied with Two Men and a Truck’s service, and statistics prove it.

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referral and satisfaction rating within Two Men and a Truck Canada,” says Dan. “We are actually in the customer service business – we just happen to move people.”

The company’s large storage facility serves customers who need short or long-term storage. The business supports the community through the local food bank, Big Brother and other organizations.

“We certainly get supported by the community, so we want to give back,” says Dan.

Two Men And A Truck 110 Saunders Rd. #11, Barrie 705-720-2636 www.twomenbarrie.ca

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Barrie Ford is making headlines again Barrie Ford is still Barrie’s Favourite Domestic Car Dealer. The dealership has won another Readers Choice Award, but that’s no surprise to General Sales Manager Richard Stein.

“Barrie Ford has one of the highest customer satisfaction levels among Ford dealerships,” says Richard. “Last year, we were number one in Ontario.”

Barrie Ford’s huge selection of new and pre-owned vehicles lets customers discover their perfect car, truck or SUV. The dealership’s experienced sales, service and financial

teams make it easy to own a Ford. Some new 2018 models are already in the showroom.

“The 2018 F-150 Trucks are already here,” says Richard. “Our F-150 Trucks are our biggest selling vehicles, with the Escape SUV following close behind. The new Edge crossover is also a big customer favourite. Next year, we will be getting the new Eco Sport compact car.”

Right now, Barrie Ford is offering 0 per cent financing for up to 84 months on certain vehicles and a no charge winter tire package of snow tires and rims on most vehicles.

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“Barrie Ford has one of the highest customer satisfaction levels among Ford dealerships,” says Richard.

“Last year, we were number one in Ontario.”

Get your next new car at 55 Mapleview Drive W Barrie 705-737-2310 www.barrieford.ca

Serving Barrie for over 17 years, this local business is a true success story.

Voldi’s Time Center Voted 9 years in a row For the ninth year in a row, Voldi’s Time Centre at the Kozlov Centre in Barrie is the city’s favourite place to bring watches and clocks for professional repairs.

Owner Voldi Sucharzewski followed his father and grandfather into the craft of watchmaking.

He opened his shop in 2000 to fill a local need for skilled watch repair, especially for high-end timepieces like Cartier and Piaget.

“We combine hands-on skills with new technology,” says Voldi. “It gives us our edge. We can repair antique watches and clocks, and the most modern

time pieces.”

Voldi’s Time Centre also provides services for waterproof watches. Every waterproof watch has seals and gaskets that eventually deteriorate, lose the capacity to resist water and need to be replaced.

“After replacing those parts, we use equipment to pressurize the watch and test it to make sure it can withstand water pressure,” explains Voldi.

“Many people don’t realize their waterproof watches need this kind of service as well as having battery replacement.”

Get Your Watch Repaired at Voldi’s Time Center 400 Bayfield St. in the Kozlov Mall 705-730-6661 2017

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“The secret to Napoleon’s success involves forward thinking, staying focused and on-task, and not being afraid to take a chance in the dynamic and innovative industry that we are in,” says Steve.

Napoleon cleans up in 3 categories Whether you are a homeowner or building your dream home, Napoleon Home Comfort in Barrie wants to make your residence a comfortable and relaxing place for your family and a welcoming place for your friends. Since 1976, Napoleon has been inspired by their customers to manufacture high quality products for home heating, cooling and grilling.

Napoleon Home Comfort’s dedication to customer service and superb products has earned the company the Readers Choice Awards for Favourite BBQ Centre, Favourite Fireplace Centre and Favourite Heating/Air Conditioning. This year’s awards join a dozen Readers Choice Awards presented to Napoleon in past years. Senior Director, Retail Operations Napoleon Group of Companies Steve Gauci thanks the Barrie community for their ongoing support.

“We are the largest privately-held employer in Simcoe County,” says Steve. “After years of success, we are pleased to give back and connect with the community in any way possible.”

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Napoleon Home Comforts’ innovative, patented technology produces high quality manufactured products that continue to surpass industry standards. Come and visit our 11,500 sq. ft. Barrie showroom at 24 Napoleon Road. We want you to feel confident when choosing Napoleon products.

To heat and cool your home, Napoleon has a complete line of HVAC equipment including their outstanding gas furnace line, efficient hybrid furnace series and high tech air conditioning units. Each furnace and air conditioning unit has superior engineering for reliability and years of safe, worry-free performance. Winter is coming and Napoleon is ready to service or install your gas or hybrid furnace right now!

For cozy warmth in your living room, kitchen, den, bedroom or bathroom, there is nothing like a Napoleon fireplace. We offer gas, wood, electric and outdoor fireplaces as well as gas, wood and pellet stoves. Visit our fireplace design studio and chose the perfect fireplace for your home.

Fabulous warm weather barbeques and grilled meals all year round start with Napoleon’s full line of grills and grilling equipment. Our gas, charcoal and portable gourmet grills come in a variety of sizes and shapes to meet the needs of grill chefs from beginner to expert.

In 1976, Wolfgang Schroeter founded the small steel fabrication business in Barrie that became Napoleon. The name ‘Napoleon’ was adopted in 1981. Demand for Napoleon’s wood stoves expanded from Ontario throughout Canada and the United States. Napoleon is now a major, international company.

“There is consistent and ongoing growth within the company as we strive to stay one step ahead,” says Steve. “We are working with new software and always thinking of innovative ways to manage daily demands and our customer base.”

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bbq centre, fireplace centre, heating/air conditioning centre

Come to Napoleon and find what you need for your home heating, cooling and grilling!

Grills • Prestige Series gas Grills • Lex Gas Grills • Rogues Series Gas Grills • Triumph Series Gas Grills • Apollo Charcoal Grills • Portable Grills

Fireplaces • Huge selection of gas fireplace styles • Gas, wood & pellet Stoves • Electrics • Inserts • Gas and electric log sets

Furnaces • Wide variety of gas furnaces • Hybrid furnaces • Ductless heat pumps • Central heat pumps

Air Conditioning

Napoleon Home Comfort

• Central air conditioner • Ductless air conditioner • Ductless heat pumps

24 Napoleon Rd. 705-721-1214 Napoleonhomecomfort.ca

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Secret to our 25 year success is reliable customer service and high quality windows and doors.

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Kempenfelt Windows & Doors After providing customers with top quality Canadian products and excellent service for the past 25 years, Kempenfelt Windows & Doors has earned a reputation for trust in the community.

This year, the home replacement window, door and garage door company has also earned two Readers Choice Awards. These awards are the latest in the many garnered by owner Robert Maslen and his skilled staff over the years.

“I want to thank our wonderful customers who have supported us for the past 25 years,” says

owner Robert Maslen.

The secret to Kempenfelt Windows & Doors’ ongoing success is its reliable customer service, high quality home replacement doors and windows, and skilled installation.

Recommendations from satisfied customers have grown the demand for services each year.

“All of our work done is by our employees,” says Maslen. “This ensures the work at your home is done well and properly. Customers trust us to do everything right and we respect that trust.”

Kempenfelt Windows & Doors 92 Commerce Park Dr. Barrie 705-737-1554 Kempenfeltwindows.com

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Where every dog is a TopDog!

TopDog K9 Services Barrie’s longest established daycare for dogs is also people’s favourite place for dog training. TopDog K9 Services offers a variety of training classes as well as dog daycare, overnight care, grooming and canine taxi service. Owner Kathy Currie-Eyers has created a clean, healthy and educational environment for her clients and their dogs.

“We have our regular daycare clients and also do grooming three days a week,” says Kathy. “As well, we can provide taxi services for pets to enjoy our facility.

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ongoing so people don’t have to wait for a start date.

That’s critical. The optimum time to socialize a puppy and make it a good urban dog is 10-12 weeks old.”

TopDog K9 Services’ professional staff uses positive reinforcement-based training methods. Kathy says her staff is the key to her company’s success.

Dogs can now enjoy Hydrotherapy in TopDog’s indoor heated pool. The pool provides relief for dogs with arthritis and for other problems requiring nonweight bearing exercise.

TopDog K9 Services 366 Huronia Rd., Barrie 705-812-PLAY (7529) www.topdogk9services.com

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hair salon

“Gravity” is thrilled and humbled to be recognized this year In appreciation for his salon’s first Readers Choice Award, Gravity Salon owner, Ivo Tiberio, wants to thank his fantastic clients and friends. “Without them, we wouldn’t be here,” says Ivo. “I also would like to thank my talented team of stylists and receptionist. Gravity is a hair destination and we will give you a world class experience right here in Barrie.”

“It’s our little secret!” With majority of our

team being national and international Guest Artists/Educators for Goldwell and KMS, it is easy to see that education and training are our passion here at Gravity, while each stylist brings individual creative energy and unique specialties.

“We welcome you to experience Gravity Salon Professionals!”

Gravity Attracting What Matters

Gravity Salon Professionals 206 Bradford St., Barrie 705-252-3992 gravitysalonprofessionals.ca

THANK YOU To All Our Clients For Voting Us

BARRIE’S FAVOURITE HAIR SALON!

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Ivo Tiberio

Master Colourist. Stylist & Owner

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MOLLY MAID is consistent… reliable..... and affordable…

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MOLLY MAID MOLLY MAID has been voted the Best Cleaning Service in Barrie for the past six years, and owner Rhonda Millsap knows why.

“People choose MOLLY MAID because it is a guaranteed and trusted brand,” says Rhonda, owner of the cleaning business. “People know they will get top quality service from our great team who provide customers with our special brand of dependable, professional cleaning.”

MOLLY MAID offers flexible, customized maid service at an affordable price, based on a free

in-home estimate. The company’s professionally trained, bonded and insured team works in pairs to efficiently clean customers’ homes.

MOLLY MAID has enjoyed over 25 years of growth in the Barrie area with the support of wonderful customers.

“I thank our outstanding customers for this award,” says Rhonda. “Our business has expanded from three routes to seven routes. That means we can offer more consistency and flexibility for our customers, as well serve a much larger territory.”

MOLLY MAID 705-735-2664 barrie@mollymaid.ca www.mollymaid.ca/ locations/on/barrie/

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“When it comes to Real Estate, pay attention to the details”

Wall-Armstrong & Green When meeting with clients, lawyer Cesia Green makes sure they fully understand every document and detail related to their real estate or estate planning matters. Such commitment to communication may be why Cesia has again been voted Favourite Lawyer in Barrie.

“When a client buying a home needs to sign a large number of documents, I always explain the purpose of each document,” says Cesia, a partner at Wall-Armstrong & Green since 2011. “People

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buy a home every five or ten years, but its what I do everyday. It’s my job to explain it to my clients.”

For clients making a will, Cesia schedules an ample time to thoroughly go over the client’s instructions.

“We talk things over so you understand the consequences of each possible action,” says Cesia. “People can feel intimidated about asking questions, but I let my clients know that’s what I’m here for. I want you to be comfortable with the process.”

Wall-Armstrong & Green 375 Yonge St., Unit B Barrie 705-722-7272 www.wall-arm.ca

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hen it comes to buying local, sometimes it means is looking beyond the obvious alternatives.

That’s what City of Barrie Mayor Jeff Lehman does at least, something he admits however it’s always easy. “It can be a challenge in today’s world because ... there are just that many more shopping choices out there, but when we make the conscious decision to support a small local merchant, more of that money stays in the community,” he said, noting when it comes to everyday goods it’s definitely a challenge as everyone is trying to get the most for their dollar.

“While it may not be possible to shop local for everything you need in your daily life

where there might be local alternatives that you may not have thought of and I think it’s important to go looking for that.”

As for the broader Buy Local idea, Lehman acknowledged that while it can be a bit of a double-edged sword, the city is always keen to use local suppliers or expertise wherever possible.

“Of course we want to do that and wherever the City of Barrie can use local suppliers it’s a great thing. It is a challenge however in that is if every local jurisdiction ... had a provision stating that if you’re not located in that city we can’t do business with you ... then you’d never be able to survive,” he said. “[So] how do you ensure businesses

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"Invest Barrie takes part in everything from trade shows and direct business recruitment to online marketing and businessto-business contact in its effort to create and retain business in Barrie - and in turn help bring more money to the city."

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can still go out and make money and create jobs and grow while still trying to support local companies without excluding them from doing business elsewhere.”

The City of Barrie currently has a number of initiatives on the go to help both attract new business as well as grow existing business to the area, he noted, adding when he took on the role of Mayor and recently retired CAO Carla Ladd joined the City of Barrie about six years ago, they joined forces and created a group called Invest Barrie. The sole purpose of that group, he said, was to attract, retain and expand businesses in Barrie. It has been serving that role well, and while a large chunk of that work falls on those staff members, the mayor is also happy to lend a hand.

“One of the things a mayor can do well is go out and sell the city as a lo-

cation to do business and as a location to invest in,” he said. “I (recently) had a call with a business owner who is having some challenges expanding around some approvals. I had lunch with a company from Detroit which is looking to do business in Barrie.

We are trying to connect them with potential local suppliers to grow the amount of business that one of our local manufactures is doing.”

Invest Barrie takes part in everything from trade shows and direct business recruitment to online marketing and business-to-business contact in its effort to create and retain business in Barrie - and in turn help bring more money to the city.

Another important way the City of Barrie works to bring money in to the local economy is through tourism.

The waterfront festivals alone bring in tens of millions of dollars in economic

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activity, said Lehman.

“We put all of that in the same department and basically created a super group.”

The city, and Invest Barrie works diligently to ensure it can truly try to meet the needs of individual businesses to help them to be able to grow in the community.

“We put a lot of focus on growing the business that we’ve got. It used to be municipalities spent a lot of time marketing themselves (and) trying to attract the next business that might be looking to locate in Ontario. We do that too ... but we know a lot more jobs come out of the companies that are already here growing.”

Lehman truly believes in the idea of buying local wherever possible, especially when it comes to consumers purchasing decisions.

“We all need to shop at big stores to get certain things in our life, but I think when it comes to our more discretionary purchases, and trying to choose local suppliers, it can have a significant impact on our local economy,” he said, One key example he pointed out is beer.

“I have nothing against the big breweries, but there are craft breweries and a cidery here that make a great product. When people support companies like that they are helping to create jobs in their local economy and that’s a really great thing.”

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fish & chips

“Danny’s Fish & Chips” is forever grateful to our clients At Danny’s Fish & Chips, your delicious fish and golden chips arrive fresh from the ocean and the garden.

It’s no wonder that the 40-year-old family business has won the Readers Choice Award for Favourite Fish & Chips for the fifth year in a row.

“Our food is fresh without preservatives or added salt,” says Limoza Demiri, co-owner of the popular Barrie family restaurant. “We bring in whole Alaskan halibut and fillet it daily ourselves. We use only fresh locally grown potatoes and hand cut them. That’s what makes our food stand out.”

The crispy, light batter on Danny’s fish is made from a 40-year-old family recipe. Although halibut is a customer favourite, Limoza recommends you try their excellent haddock during your next visit.

As well as fish and chips, Danny’s menu offers chicken fingers, scallops, shrimps and sides like salads, coleslaw and chips. Extra hungry? Try ‘Two and a Few’ – two pieces of halibut and a half order of fries.

“We are forever grateful to our customers for this recognition, and blessed to have such an amazing team working with us.”

We are blessed to have such an amazing team working with us.

Danny’s Fish & Chips 411 Huronia Rd., Barrie 705-721-8998

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antiques Go Green Buy Antiques

Roadshow’s 400 Antiques Mall Roadshow’s 400 Antiques Mall, located at the 400 Market, Innisfil Ontario is Canada’s largest quality antiques mall filing 32,000 Sq. Ft. with over 200 dealers. Roadshow Pickering is their second store at the Pickering Markets.

Owners Henry and Jackie Jones have been in business for over 22 years and have won the prestigious Readers’ Choice Award 12 years in a row! Henry Jones thanks the dedicated staff and their vendors for providing amazing unique

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items of top quality.

“We are all trying to help the environment by GOING GREEN, and what better way than to recycle, reuse and reduce waste than buying antiques that have stood the test of time” says Jones.

They are also well known for providing movie props to studio’s. Their latest Movie being “IT”

by Stephen King.

Roadshow’s 400 Antiques Mall 2207 Industrial Park Rd., Innisfil, Ontario 705-436-6222 www.roadshowantiquesmall.com

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collision repair

Award winning service, state of the art facilities and first class collision repairs makes simple possible.

Zenetec 247 Tiffin St., Barrie 705-737-1988 www.zenetec.com Family owned and operated for 25 years, Zenetec is Barrie’s favourite place to get skilled, professional and quick collision repair for new and late year vehicles. Zenetec provides damaged vehicles with auto body repair and auto glass replacement, and provides auto detailing for every vehicle. The company is one of the largest accident repair businesses in Ontario and has earned a Readers Choice Award most years since opening in 1992.

Owner Martin Monteith thanks Zenetec’s many customers and repeat customers for making the company a success for a quarter of a century. As well, Martin thanks his fantastic staff of now over 50 employees, many of whom have been with Zenetec for more than a decade.

The company is currently about to expand and is looking for experienced technicians.

Zenetec will expand its skilled staff when the company opens its second location in the south end of Barrie at the end of 2017.

Customers will enjoy the same high quality collision repair work at the new location. As well, customers will be able to clean their vehicles at the company’s new car wash.

“Award-winning collision work is what we are best known for and we will bring the same standard to the second location as well as the new car wash,” says William Monteith.

The fully trained technicians at the Autoglass Centre use only A+ glass and the highest quality materials to replace windshields or repair windshield chips.

Zenetec’s long running success is also based on superb customer service.

“Window tinting and clear 3M paint protection film are also are a big part of what we do here,” says William. “We are in the paint protection business as much as in the paint repair business. Prevention is always the most costeffective way to keep your vehicle looking like new. For a little over $300, we can protect from stone chips on your hood and fenders as opposed to $1500 to paint the front of a car.”

“We do whatever is necessary to make sure customers are taken care of properly,” says Diane Monteith. “When people come to us, it’s the result of what has been a stressful situation. We try to make things less painful for them and turn things around at the end of the day by making their collision repair a positive, easy and fast experience. Our goal is for our customers to be happy when the work on their vehicle is finished.”

Zenetec’s Collision Centre is a 22,000 sq. ft. state of the art facility with the latest equipment and a skilled professional staff with more factory certifications than all the other repair centres combined in Barrie.

Zenetec customers regularly recommend the company’s collision repair services on social media and by word of mouth.

“A lot of our customers are either referred to us by friends or come in as a result of reading our reviews online,” says Diane. “I also think our small town attitude towards customer service is something people appreciate and keeps them coming back.”

“We’re very excited to be the preferred repair facility not only for Readers Choice but for the manufacturers themselves,” says William.

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Making memories for all your Golf, Weddings, Corporate & Special Events.

golf course & banquet facility

“Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club” is beaming Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club is known for creating memorable experiences whether it is a golf tournament, wedding reception, or an evening with friends. General Manager Richard Edmonds thanks all of the Club’s members, customers and the amazing Tangle Creek team for this year’s pair of Readers Choice Awards.

“Tangle Creek’s hallmark is our customer-first focus,” says Richard. “We do this by creating events that are special and meaningful for everyone who comes to the club. We do a lot of specialty events like Yuk Yuks Nights and Mardi

Gras festivities that are all open to the public.”

Since opening in 2002, Tangle Creek’s golf course has been a favourite for families, friends and colleagues, whether playing as members or in public play. The Club hosts golf leagues from junior to seniors and ladies.

Casual fine dining will soon be available at Tangle Creek for anyone who wants a great meal in a beautiful place.

“There’s always something happening here at Tangle Creek and you don’t have to be a member, or even a golfer, to enjoy yourself,” says Richard.

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Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club 4730 Sideroad 25, Thornton 705-720-2150 tanglecreekgolf.com

“come in as a customer, leave as a friend”

Barrie Vacuums Plus Owners Marc and Corinna Marengere of Barrie Vacuums Plus have serviced and repaired most types of vacuum cleaners and sold high quality brands since 1985. After winning the Readers Choice Award, Marc and Corinna want to sincerely thank their customers.

“Our customers are the biggest part of our business,” says Marc. “I would also like to thank our manager Frank Marengere and installers Paul and Craig.”

Barrie Vacuums Plus is best known for its central vacuum system sales and installation.

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However, they also specialize in repairing most canister, portable and upright vacuums. The company gives free estimates and multiple options for broken vacuum cleaners, and sells brands such as Electrolux and German-made Miele.

“Miele just brought out its first bagless machine,” says Marc. “The average bagless cleaner lasts five years, but a Miele vacuum is designed to still be working in 20 years.”

Stop by Barrie Vacuums Plus for small town atmosphere with big city selection and pricing.

Barrie Vacuums Plus 215 Mapleview Dr. E., Barrie 705-728-3004 barrievacuums.com

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Results-Focussed Treatment from head to toe by highly qualified Physiotherapists.

Resolution Physiotherapy & IMS Clinic

Resolution Physiotherapy & IMS Clinic Mandi Hayes, owner of Resolution Physiotherapy & IMS Clinic, knows her team of highly trained and qualified Physiotherapists makes her clinic unique. Physiotherapist, Christine Pratt, winner of the Readers Choice Award, is representative of the clinic’s highly skilled staff.

“We only hire well qualified Physiotherapists and then help them reach the highest qualification you can get in Canada,” says Mandi, who herself has attained the top manual therapy certification in Canada and is certified in Gunn IMS. “Christine is a highly qualified and exceptional physio. While with us, she has reached the top level of manual therapy certification in Canada, making her a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapists, or FCAMPT certified. She now works as a mentor to other physios in our clinic who are working towards that goal.”

The team at Resolution work with elite level athletes in a variety of sports. The walls of Resolution Physiotherapy are covered with photos of appreciative athletic clients

including track stars, swimmers, wrestlers, dancers, and hockey players. Clients range in age from babies needing help for torticollis (twisted neck) to active nonagenarians who want to work in the garden or ski and snowboard.

All seven physiotherapists on staff have completed post-graduate manual physiotherapy training. Many have achieved the highest qualification for manual physiotherapy in Canada.

“When I opened my clinic 8 years ago, my goal was to build a team of highly motivated and qualified physios like myself,” says Mandi. “It makes me happiest when I hear that people know of Resolution as a great clinic and have no idea who I am. I am confident that clients can see any of our highly-qualified Physiotherapists and receive excellent care.”

Gunn Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), a unique treatment available at Resolution, treats neuropathic dysfunction that causes otherwise unresolvable muscle pain. A tight muscle can

11 Victoria Street Suite 218, Barrie 705-252-5200 resolutionclinic.com compress a nerve, cutting off its nutrition.

The malnourished nerve becomes neuropathic and causes a low level of contraction in the muscle. A neuropathic nerve in the neck can tighten an entire arm.

“No matter how much you massage or stretch it, once a nerve is neuropathic, the muscle it supplies can’t let go,” says Mandi. “IMS helps resolve underlying neuropathic dysfunction using an acupuncture needle that causes the muscle to cramp, after which the muscle relaxes completely. All of our Physiotherapists have post-graduate training in IMS.” Resolution Physiotherapy is always looking for ways to improve client care. As part of their concussion program, they recently added the Iron Neck device to strengthen necks.

Research shows a stronger neck can help reduce the risk of concussion for athletes involved in impact sports.

For more information about Resolution Physiotherapy & Gunn IMS, please visit www.resolutionclinic.com.

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basement renovation

Serving Barrie for over 15 years, this local business is a true success story.

Basement Concepts Since 2001, Basement Concepts has designed and constructed high quality, custom finished residential basements in Barrie and Simcoe County.

One of the first renovation companies to specialize in residential basements, Basement Concepts continues to win the Readers Choice Award for Favourite Basement Renovation.

Clients recommend the company for its exceptional attention to detail, reliable team of licenced and insured professionals, and outstanding customer service.

“I would like to thank our hundreds of clients, many of which have used and referred Basement Concepts multiple times,” says

owner Steve Crisp. “I look forward to meeting many more.”

Basement Concepts makes projects stress-free for clients with its specialized knowledge of basement design and meticulous workmanship.

Clients continually sing its praises and show off Basement Concepts’ work to friends and family for years after completion.

“Our professional plumbers, electricians, drywallers, painters and cabinet makers, many with us for over ten years, know our system and the quality we demand,” says Steve. “We are always confident to let our clients speak for our workmanship and professionalism, and provide two dozen recent references with every quote.”

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Basement Concepts 705-722-9042 www.basementconcepts.com

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yoga studio

“Honoured and grateful to be recognized as Barrie’s award winning studio. We give thanks to all of you who continue to support our Karma classes that help our local charities!”

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‘Moksha Yoga Barrie’ is making headlines again “Our goal is to create an environment where people can come, feel safe and get whatever they need,” says Rosanna Marouelli, owner of multiple Readers Choice Award winner Moksha Yoga Barrie. “Some people with chronic pain or arthritis find this style of yoga very beneficial.

Others want relaxation, flexibility or to burn a lot of calories for weight loss. People work at their own level, so a beginner can be in the same room as someone who has done it all their life and get the same benefits out of the yoga class.”

MokshaYoga Barrie’s team of trained instructors hold a variety of classes seven days a week. The core of the studio is Moksha Yoga, a series of postures that are accessible to everybody and done in a heated space. The studio’s radiant heat panels on the ceiling mimics the sun’s warmth.

The space is filled with fresh, purified air and the humidity is always maintained.

Classes include the regular Moksha Yoga sequence and Moksha With Music, plus the faster paced Moksha Flow, Hot Flow, and Moksha Level 2. There is also a deep stretching, very relaxed Yin Yoga class.

Rosanna also recommends hot yoga for women in menopause as it helps to acclimatize the body.

“Women in menopause often think hot yoga wouldn’t be for them, but it builds an efficient cooling system by teaching the body how to sweat and cool itself,” explains Rosanna. “Some women find they have fewer hot flashes the more they practice because of the numerous benefits of the yoga postures and how they help balance the body. The heat also helps with circulation and makes the body more flexible.”

Moksha Yoga Barrie, which opened in March 2011, is a welcoming community where people come for peace and healing. The studio also regularly supports the wider community with a monthly donation. Every Friday, the $10 fee for the Karma Class, which is a regular 60-minute Moksha Yoga class, goes to a chosen local charity.

“Over six years, we have donated almost $60,000,” says Rosanna. “It’s awesome to have a class where people can try it out, practice yoga, and give back to help the community.”

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The goal of Moksha Yoga Barrie is to be accessible to everybody and every body. The studio’s instructors want to help all class participants to feel better. The studio also offers massage therapy with award-winning Registered Massage Therapist, a field Rosanna has worked in for over 17 years.

Moksha’s participants range from teenagers to seniors. On Sunday afternoons, parents can drop off their 7 to 14-year-old kids for a yoga class or take the class together as a family. For people wanting to try yoga, Moksha Yoga Barrie offers an introductory $60 special that gives unlimited yoga classes for a month!

Studio Manager Ali Egger says, “Rosanna truly has built such an incredible space, and this community is forever grateful for that. It’s a place where people can come to and find peace and healing. A place where we can all pause, and reset. It’s more than just a local business and a yoga studio. It’s a second home for most people, a second family.”

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‘Fresh A Fare’ is making delicious headlines It’s not surprising that Fresh A Fare, Barrie’s favourite lunch place, serves up the city’s favourite sandwiches. This year’s Reader Choice Award is the fourth in a row for the fresh food eatery’s two locations.

Co-owner Ester Sattler says the friendly restaurant is known for making everything in-house including soups, breads, sweets, condiments and salads.

“We only have people on staff who love what they do,” says Sattler. “Our menu is designed with genuinely fresh food that is full of flavour. When

you combine fresh and flavourful, healthy goes with them hand in hand.”

Now you can also enjoy wraps at Fresh A Fare.

Choose any filling from the menu or try the Chicken Caesar, Greek Chicken or Turkey BLT wrap.

Fresh A Fare is also renowned for its scrumptious carrot cake and bread.

“We have records of thousands of kilometers travelled for our carrot cake,” Sattler says. “Our breads are phenomenally good tasting. People rave about any sandwich made on those breads.”

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Bradford Greenhouses Garden Gallery Whether you need gorgeous planters for instant spring colour, a variety of flower bulbs to plant in the fall or festive decorations to celebrate holidays, come to Bradford Greenhouses. We have everything to create beautiful yards, gardens and outdoors entertainment spaces for your family and friends. We also make home interiors chic and comfortable with stylish furniture and the latest accessories.

Bradford Greenhouses, which has been family owned and operated for over 40 years, has retail operations in Barrie and Bradford that are open seven days a week year round to serve customers. Such dedication and their high quality gardening products have earned Bradford Greenhouses two more Readers Choice Awards.

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All of us at Bradford Greenhouses would like to thank our loyal customers who have supported us for years and made Bradford Greenhouses their gardening store. As well, we want to thank our amazing staff at Bradford Greenhouses – we couldn’t do it without them!

Bradford Greenhouses are now decked with designer Christmas trees. Created by the store’s talented design team, the trees’ many colour palettes and styles will match any home’s décor.

The company also has convenient residential and business Christmas decorating services.

No matter the season, customers keep coming back to see what’s new at Bradford Greenhouses. Our displays are always changing with new products that we’ve sourced both locally and afar.

7 days a week year round family owned & operated business in Bradford & Barrie area for over 40 years

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Local Business Gives Back to Our Community

By Nikki Cole

The City of Barrie has a strong and committed business community willing to step up and lend a helping hand “We get wonderful support from the local business community (through their) support some of our events ... we have many, many businesses as sponsors that support our initiatives,” said Rotary Club of Barrie President Dave McCullough.

“It’s extremely important to get involved because it shows their commitment to giving back to their community (and) they use Rotary as a vehicle to do that. While they may not be in all cases giving directly to a cause, but when they see they’re supporting Rotary through a sponsorship or a donation ... they know those funds are

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being put right back in to their community.”

“Businesses realize when they step up and give to Rotary they can help improve the standards for a large number of people,” he said.”It’s good for everybody (and) there is a strong need. Look at RVH - if we doesn’t step up we don’t have the best health care we can have. If we don’t step up and help hospice we don’t have that facility that is so important to people when they’re coming to the end of the life and the comfort it provides to families. If we don’t step up in the community grieving children don't get the help they need.

For the community to step up and help support this places, it creates a strong community for the people who live here

"We get wonderful support from the local business community (through their) support some of our events ... we have many, many businesses as sponsors that support our initiatives"

and enjoy what we have here in Barrie.”

President, Barrie Huronia Rotary Club Joe Beleskey is the president of Rival Office Solutions and is also serving as president for Barrie Huronia Rotary for 2017/2018. Beleskey also believes strongly that local business owners can play an important role in and help drive change in the community and with local organizations.

“As a local business owner I truly believe it’s our responsibility that we get involved and that we make where we work a better place to live. Whether it’s through Rotary or any other way ... if local busi-

nesses don’t support local charities it’s hard to get the people of the community to support them as well.”

One way his club does that is through a variety of fundraising initiatives, including the recent — and successful - Barrie Fall Fishing Festival, funds from which will help support various environmental projects including building a new dock on Kempenfelt Bay. The club is also gearing up for this year’s Christmas Hamper program which will provide gifts as well as all the ingredients required for a full Christmas dinner for those who would otherwise have to go without.

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Another large fundraising initiative includes the annual Hearts and Minds Gala in support of Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre which is coming up in February.

“I truly believe as president of Rival Office Solutions that it’s our obligation as local businesses that we do get involved and help support our community organizations to make the community that we live and work in a better place,” he said. “I am very proud to be from Barrie and working in Barrie and it’s important we give back to it as well.”

Not all involvement has to be financial

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added Valerie Scott, a former business owner and member of the Barrie-Huronia Rotary Club.

“A lot of time they have facilities they can loan out to various changes. Sometimes they have they resources to help financially (but) they can also help out by contributing opinions on how things can run better,” she said. “It’s important because businesses have an opportunity that others don’t that they can offer to the public.”

For example, she continued, the majority

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of Rotary members are business owners, which provides them with a certain level of flexibility to do some charity work. It also provides them with the financial means to help people in their community that are less fortunate.

“It allows you to join various committees and organizations and so many of them have amazing, worthy causes that allow you to reach out and help people,” she said. “Everybody has something to offer. You don’t always have to tackle a big project if you’re limited on time, but businesses do have resources that they can use to help people in the community. Depending on what those resources are and how much time you have to dedicate to it, everybody can do a little bit. That will help create change. If everybody did a little bit then that adds up to being a lot ... and it can be very impactful.”

Business owners in Barrie routinely give back to the community and local organizations, said Patricia Dent, president of the Barrie Chamber of Commerce.

“We have a fantastic community and some very large entrepreneurial centres.

Many business owners ... have a social responsibility program, so you’ll often see

them have a charity that they support,” she said. “I was just talking to a fitness business and they’re planning to give back to the food bank. Individual businesses do that an awful lot. This is one of the most giving communities I have ever been involved in.”

The Chamber of Commerce has several of its own initiatives that strive to create positive change in Barrie, she pointed out, pointing to its partnership with Family Medicine Teaching Unit at RVH to combat the severe shortage of family physicians in the region.

“We want the doctors in training here to stay in the community. If they can stay in the community then the population is going to be better served.”

A new project — and one of the Chamber of Commerce’s bigger initiatives — is called Project Lifesaver, which is working to make bracelets with GPS capabilities available for vulnerable citizens. The bracelet contains a tracking device that emit a unique FM radio frequency signal every second and satellite receivers that pick up the sound.

“If there is a danger that some of these folks could wander off and become lost this will help,” she said, adding the project was sparked by the disappearance of Barrie resident Mandy Thompson last February. “You don’t want your vulnerable citizens to suffer.

That will allow people to sleep more easily.”

The organizations Business After 5 events also pairs local charities or not-for-profit with a business in order for them to gain some exposure by having access to business owners as well as have their own profiles raised among the business community.

“There is an affinity between business and not-forprofits and charities, and we are constantly mindful that our community is only as good as the support it gets.”

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The Voice of Business Our Chamber of Commerce 2017 Finalists Manufacturing Business Excellence Barrie Welding and Machine Innovative Automation In Prodomax Automation Ltd.

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By Nikki Cole

he Barrie Chamber of Commerce has come a long way since it first incorporated 91 years ago.

The organization, which serves as the primary local resource for business excellence, advocacy and growth, recently revised its mission statement after undergoing a Strategic Review.

“We have a number of projects underway to fulfill,” noted representative Patricia Dent. “In the first quarter of this year, we put 15 projects to bed including the reformulation of the constitution.”

Dent said the Barrie Chamber of Commerce strives to bring value to business, and in the past has been dubbed ‘The Voice of Business’.

“We are working at trying to understand what our member businesses are looking for from support from the government.”

The chamber also recognizes local business with an annual Gala honouring the best of the best in more than half-a-dozen categories ranging from Employer of the Year to Not-For-Profit or Charitable Organization of the Year.

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judges from across Simcoe County

who then make a recommendation for the three finalists in each category.

“We have added an Employee of

the Year award this year for the first time. When you’re in business, you're

employees are the ones that often

make the difference because they’re the ones that are behind the scenes,” said Dent. “We also recognize young professionals which is kind of cool.”

Each nominee is contacted and

asked to fill out a package explain-

ing why they fit the criteria, providing

background on their company, etc, she explained.

The finalists for 2017 were an-

nounced Tuesday, Oct. 3, and the winners will be announced at the Gala on November 9.

All finalists will also have the op-

portunity to showcase their business or organization and gain some addi-

tional exposure through a short video that will be shown at the event.

“All of the finalists will be intro-

duced ... and people will get a chance to see who is doing what in the business community.”

Service Business Excellence Glass Doctor of Barrie Harris Plumbing Inc. Thee Place for Paws Hospitality & Tourism Business Excellence Canvas & Cabernet Simmering Kettle Snow Valley Not-For-Profit or Charitable Organization Gilda's Club Hospice Simcoe Theatre by the Bay New Business FurnaceDepot.ca Sharpe Hearing Clinic StepUp Going Global Busch Systems International Inc. Innovative Automation Inc. pavliks.com Marketing & Promotions The Chris Messecar Team, EXIT Lifestyle Realty, Brokerage Jeff Walters Jewellers The Peggy Hill Team Pay It Forward Connect Hair Studio HGR Graham Partners LLP Jeff White Property Maintenance Innovation Good Green Earth Company Prodomax Automation Ltd.

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Small Business of the Year Barrie Olive Oil Company Inc. Jeff Walters Jewellers Sharpe Hearing Clinic Mid-Sized Business of the Year Bertram Construction (Ontario) Ltd. SUPERIOR Home Health Care Treefrog Inc. Employer of the Year Busch Systems International Inc. Glass Doctor of Barrie pavliks.com AWARDS FOR INDIVIDUALS: (Finalists listed alphabetically by last name) Young Professional of the Year Iain Moggach, Theatre by the Bay Daniel Steffens, StepUp Ryan Tomlinson, Gooder Marketing Inc. Employee of the Year Nicole Crewson, The Faris Team Kim Marshall, Innovative Automation Inc. Marcia Whan, Barrie Olive Oil Company

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Every great story happened when someone decided not to give up!

Do the work, reap the benefit.You Can Do This!

Dave Fraser, Core Evolution Fitness “I thank my amazing clients,” says Dave, who works out of The Training Room at 92 Saunders Rd. “They are what makes me love what I do.”

Personal trainer and owner of Core Evolution Fitness Dave Fraser is ready to help anyone take care of their body and, simultaneously, improve their quality of life. This dedication has resulted in his first Readers Choice Award.

“Some people don’t feel comfortable walking into a gym,” he says. “They feel awkward, so never use their membership. I educate them about how to use the machines and use the proper form and safety so they get the most out

of their workouts. If you take care of your body, you improve your quality of life for the rest of your life.”

Much of Dave’s work with clients is education.

Dave helps his clients build a healthy lifestyle that they can maintain and continue to improve throughout their lives. Dave also works with athletes of all ages, improves general fitness, leads boot camps and does rehabilitation work for people with sports and other injuries.

“Commitment, persistence and support are the keys to achieving personal health and fitness goals,” says Dave. “Train for life!”

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Optometrist Dr. Chris Schell sees people of all ages at his eye care clinic from infants to great grandparents.

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Optometrist Dr. Chris Schell eye care clinic Optometrist Dr. Chris Schell sees people of all ages at his eye care clinic from infants to great grandparents. However, the father of four young children is well known for his work with kids.

“You have to be able to joke with kids, but sometimes we are dealing with serious health issues,” says Dr. Schell. “What helped us grow so quickly is that I try to connect with people, get to know them, and develop trust.”

Last year, Dr. Schell opened another clinic

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focused on vision training, also called vision therapy. Vision training mainly helps children who are struggling in school.

“These kids can perfectly see what’s on the board, but they lack the eye control of good readers and learners,” explains Dr. Schell.

“When they look back and forth from the board, their eyes don’t move in synch as a team.

We give them visual skills that can help them become successful students.”

Dr. Chris Schell Optometrist

225 Ferndale Dr. S., Unit 6 Barrie ON L4N 6B9 705.734.5700 www.optometristbarrie.ca

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electolysis & esthetician and make-up application

Serving Barrie for over 29 years, this local business is a true success story.

Serving Barrie for over 29 years,

Skinsational

Skinsational Day Spa shines brightly As Barrie’s premiere day spa Skinsational gets ready to celebrate 30 fabulous years of pampering its clientele, owner Darlene Price says she takes pride in each and every service that she and her friendly, professional staff provide.

“We have a wonderful staff that love what they do and genuinely care about their clients,” says Darlene, who opened Skinsational’s doors in February 1988. “Every staff member goes through an extensive training program when they join our team. Then, we keep continuing our education to bring our clients the most beneficial treatments without getting caught up in hype and trends.”

As its name implies, Skinsational is best known for its high quality facial treatments.

The spa’s skilled estheticians use superb traditional and contemporary skin treatments and products that makes every skin type looks its very best, and ensures that every client leaves feeling relaxed, refreshed and looking lovely.

Skinsational’s top-notch service has been recognized with at least one Readers Choice Award since the awards’ inception. That recognition continues this year with awards for Best Electrolysis and Best Esthetician/ Make-Up Application. Darlene appreciates the loyalty of all the clients who have given Skinsational this generous accolade. She also deeply appreciates the above-and-beyond work by her staff that creates a place where people come to look and feel better.

“I would like to thank my fabulous staff that work so well to make all the clients have a wonderful experience when they visit Skinsational,” Darlene says. “Also, I would like to thank the clients who took time out of their busy schedules to take the time to vote for us. We really appreciate it!”

Darlene started Skinsational in Owen Sound in 1984. Aesthetics was a new and relatively unknown field at the time, so public education was a key part of the young entrepreneur’s job.

“I did many talks for church groups, weight

65 Cedar Point Dr. Unit 801, Barrie 705-721-5800 skinsational.ca loss groups and many other venues to teach people the benefits of my service,” says Darlene, with a smile.

After almost 30 years of serving the residents of Barrie, Skinsational has become a multi-generational spa of choice for families.

Client who first came as teens now bring their children.

“Many of our clients have been with us since we started,” says Darlene. “Now we have their whole families coming to us. We always make sure we have a great welcoming atmosphere for them at the spa.”

In November, Skinsational will introduce a brand new machine by Guinot that firms the skin and muscles. This new technology, coming directly from Paris, will be available for Skinsational clients.

Skinsational features monthly specials. For more information, check out their website at www.skinsational.ca.

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nail technician

A unique, awardwinning nail salon unlike any other in the heart of Barrie!

T.O.M.I Nails is thrilled and humbled by their success.

Tommy Tran, owner of Barrie’s premier professional nail care and full service waxing salon T.O.M.I. Nails, has earned another Readers Choice Award for favourite nail technician.

In gratitude, Tommy thanks his long time customers who have come to him for outstanding nail care since 2000. T.O.M.I. Nails opened in 2010.

“Our clients like our relaxing environment and caring customer service,” says Tommy, who makes cleanliness and hygienic practices a priority. “Our ventilation system keeps product

odour to a minimum. These things reflect the pride we take in our work and create a calm ambiance.”

T.O.M.I. Nails uses only top quality products for manicures and pedicures.

“We exclusively carry products from Creative Nail Design (CND) like Solar Nail and Shellac brand nail polishes,” explains Tommy. “CND backs their products with research, development and testing. When we apply a product to a client’s nails, we know it has been tested and is safe.”

Online appointments can be made anytime at www.tominails.ca.

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T.O.M.I Nails 241 Essa Road, Barrie 705.719.9888 www.tominails.ca

Dr.Young advises that a naturopath be part of your health care team.

Dr. Whitney Young ND. Fertility, pregnancy and care for newborns are the special interests of Dr. Whitney Young, this year’s favourite naturopathic doctor. Dr. Young, who practices at Barrie’s Rooted naturopathic clinic with teammates Dr. Kerri Fullerton and Dr. Katie Rothwell, runs a 30-day Super Baby Program to teach new parents how to introduce foods and which foods strengthen a child’s immune system.

“Introducing specific foods early and including them regularly in the child’s diet helps to reduce the incidence of allergies,” says Dr. Young.

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Women come to see Dr. Young for hormonal issues, PMS, and when considering or trying to get pregnant.

“I can help them become more proactive about their fertility,” Dr. Young says. “Research shows that egg quality and hormones may be improved through the use of vitamins, minerals, herbs and acupuncture, all of which I do at the clinic.”

“We think it’s important to have a team,” says Dr. Young. “We complement what a patient is doing with their medical doctor.”

Dr. Whitney Young 93 Bell Farm Road #103 705-792-6717

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child care & summer camp

YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka 22 Grove St. W., Barrie 705-726-6421 ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca YMCA Child Care – Your Partner in Nurturing Healthy Kids YMCAs are the largest provider of licensed child care programs in Simcoe/Muskoka, with over 80 Child Care facilities across our region.

In Barrie, the Y has long-standing partnerships with the Simcoe County District School Board and Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board that allow for high-quality before and after school programming in 18 schools; the Y also operates an all-day Child Care Centre located at Georgian College. Through a nationally recognized curriculum, the Y takes the holistic approach to the development of young children by supporting early literacy and healthy habits through “play”. The YMCA child care staff focus on creating an environment where children and parents alike feel welcomed and cared for – a home away from home: “I see the YMCA Child Care as a partnership.

They have the knowledge and experience to work with my children’s individual needs. My

kids are always welcomed with a smile and open arms. It’s a great feeling.” ~ YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka Child Care parent

nurtured. Through programs that focus on the arts, sports, leadership and outdoor education, Y campers build skills such as listening, cooperation and problem solving.

Keeping parents even more connected and well informed This year the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka was pleased to introduce new Child Care app – WeemarkableTM. This daily communication tool helps keep parents connected. Parents love to get notifications throughout the day with the app; they Y can provide important notices, photos, milestones, educator observations, menu information and direct to educator messaging.

Unplugging in the outdoors Did you know that the average Canadian child spends just under 8 hours a day in front of a screen? Research tells us that when children are connected to their environment, they are healthier and happier. That’s why the YMCA is pleased to partner with Beausoleil First Nations to introduce a “nature-based” day camp located at Springwater Provincial Park in Midhurst, Ontario. Children have the opportunity to get connected with nature, gain independence, and create new memories. It’s a great way for kids to unplug from technology and explore the great outdoors.

YMCA Summer Camps – More Than Just Fun and Games The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka day and overnight camps provide fun, developmentally appropriate experiences for children and teens of all ages. Y Camps are a place where invaluable life skills are acquired and

For more information about the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka or to find a location near you, please visit www.ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca.

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DOWNTOWN BARRIE

By Nikki Cole

Downtown is the heart and soul of any city — and Barrie is no different.

“If you want to have the pulse of what the local flavour is you come downtown. All of the opportunities and all challenges that a downtown presents are the same no matter where you go. It’s a dynamic area of a city,” said Craig Stevens, managing director, Downtown Barrie Business Association (BIA), adding it is also where a variety of socioeconomic, ethnic, commercial and residential components can come together and bounce back and forth off of each other. “That’s what makes it really dynamic, exciting and what makes it local to who we are.”

Ensuring the main street is vibrant and has support and prosperity is extremely important, he added, pointing out it also serves as an important destination point to visitors.

“If you think about when you travel, if you’re not going to a specific attraction, you typically go to downtown areas abroad. I think it sometimes takes us as our own locals to do that travelling to realize that people will be coming here and how important having that home base is in our city.”

In order to ensure that Barrie’s downtown lives up to that, the Barrie BIA has been working on a number of projects over the last few years, the highlight of which will be the grand opening of Meridian Place and the new Memorial Square in June 2018.

That project, said Stevens, is taking a piece of property he described as a bit of a “mishmash of a couple of things” — including a war memorial with the cenotaph, a grassy area, a half-moon street, a some parking spots along with a disconnect from the waterfront in to the downtown — and creating a new space that will enhance the memorial and the cenotaph by relocating them to a more prominent location as well as turning the entire space in to a public plaza. That plaza, he explained, will contain features such as a permanent stage that can accommodate up to a 30-piece band or theatre production.

“You can perform north (and) that can accommodate up to a 3,000 person crown or more of an intimate setting. The exciting opportunity is that you can actually perform south out in to the bay and (by) closing Simcoe Street, your audience can connect in to Heritage Park (with) 10,000 to 15,000 as a potential audience.”

The new space will also include a curated public art display on an ongoing basis and within Memorial Square there will be a new monument incorporating soil recently patriated to Canada from Vimy Ridge.

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“Our plan kicking off in 2018 is to eventually have a million visits through the space through a professionally programmed annual calendar.”

Along with the new public spaces, Barrie’s downtown is also welcoming a number of new businesses to Dunlop Street West, including Osgoode Company - selling locally sourced casual wear. That company, said Stevens has done a good job with their space, taking something he described as “pretty derelict inside” and turning it in to a space that looks like it’s been plucked right out of Queen Street West in Toronto.

“They’re really excited and motivated and it’s a really great opening for Dunlop Street West.”

Friday, October 6 saw the opening of a new kitchen and cabinetry company called Drors, which has thought outside the box and will be giving their showroom double duty and using it as an event space.

“What we are finding is the businesses opening up now aren’t just putting on a coat of paint, putting a sign up and opening their door and waiting for people to come in. They are really being proactive and looking at all the different opportunities within their products ... whether is’s really supporting local or taking traditional elements of their store and reformatting them for different uses. It’s proactive in bringing people in. The shopping experience, and the retail experience for sure, is having to change that way.”

“There are a lot of great investments lining up, whether it’s our public farmers market potential build where the old train station is or the streetscape project that would see Dunlop Street’s surface completely change to more of a pedestrian focused venue. We are connecting the East and west and connecting Meridian Square with the potential Farmers Market.”

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Sophia Street Apothecary also opened up shop on Dunlop Street West recently, and is another example of a business owner taking a different approach to the typical retail experience.

“While she is offering a retail aspect, she really taking a different approach and looking to make partnerships beyond just her product in the store .”

While Stevens acknowledges the importance of new blood in downtown Barrie, he said the stores that have been the mainstays are extremely important to the success of the area.

“They’re the anchors of the downtown. They’ve done whatever they do really well and as a result have a loyal following,” he said adding if any one is looking to the downtown, if it’s feasible, there’s a connection to owning the building and having a long-standing business. “What’s been great is that the succession of those businesses ... they’ve taken the same approach but have also taken the initiative to update and refresh on an ongoing basis.

They’re moving along with the times. Even the businesses that have opened up in the last couple of years ... are really taking a full 360-perspective of business and how to take every opportunity available to them.”

As for the future of Barrie’s downtown core, Stevens foresees continued growth and focus on the area.

Stevens also sees an increase in residential areas in the downtown as well as a natural expansion around the lakeshore.

“I think it was Malcolm Gladwell that said. “If you look at most overnight success, they’re 10 years in the making”. There have been a lot of people working behind the scenes over the last decade or more. We have had more presented in terms of ideas and opportunities than we ever had ... and the momentum we have is a huge opportunity for us right now.”

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financial planner & insurance agent

Serving Barrie for over 15 years, this local business is a true success story.

“Loving what I do makes it easy.”

Melanie Adams, Sun Life 258 Bayfield Street, Barrie 705-252-9010 sunlife.ca/melanie.adams

Melanie Adams of Sun Life Financial Voted Favourite Financial Planner & Insurance Agent In view of current issues around the housing market, household debt and the global impact of international events, having the support and informed advice of a financial planner makes sense now more than ever.

Melanie Adams of Sun Life Financial has helped Barrie residents plan and reach their financial goals for 15 years. Her insurance and investment expertise, caring nature and ability to find solutions to difficult financial situations have helped Melanie win a Readers Choice Award for the eighth year in a row.

Though thinking about your finances can often feel overwhelming, Melanie’s clients benefit from her ability to transform what is often complex into simple, digestible parts.

“We find solutions that are easy, accessible and unique for each client. Taking some of the intimidation factor away gives me tremendous satisfaction. It’s all about clarity and getting you to your goals.”

Melanie believes clear communication is the

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key to her clients making informed choices.

She also insists on annual check-ups, much like your family physician would recommend.

“Continuity is so important. Through regular reviews, my staff and I can keep up with the changing needs of our clients. From having kids to selling the family business, there is never a dull moment, and these moments require planning.”

All client relationships start with a detailed financial plan to clearly articulate goals and look around corners at unexpected risks.

When preparing the financial plan, Melanie considers what measures would be needed if the family ran into unexpected challenges.

“We make sure you look at your financial plans from a holistic point of view, which means we trouble shoot for the unforeseen.

What if a serious illness turned the household upside down, or even sudden unemployment?

With the right safety net in place, our clients feel more confident in their ability to achieve their goals,” says Melanie.

Retirement is another core focus Melanie both enjoys and excels at.

“We have a strong emphasis on retirement planning in this office. With fewer people having company pension plans and concerns about government benefits, clients rely on us to help them meet their retirement goals and not outlive their assets.”

If you regularly use mainstream banks but are not getting the service or advice you need, Melanie advises you to explore other institutions. Many have similar products and services as the banks, but go well beyond.

With only 30 percent of Canadians having a financial plan, she encourages people to look for a financial planner they trust and can see themselves working with for years to come.

“We hope to have a life long relationship with our clients as they reach their milestone goals,” says Melanie.

Congratulations, Melanie, on your 8th year as Barrie’s Favourite Financial Planner!

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health food

Serving Barrie for over 3 Years

Goodness Me! Natural Food Market Whether you want to eat healthy or want to continue eating healthy, Goodness Me! Natural Food Market in Barrie should be your full-service grocery store.

With Goodness Me’s produce, meat, baked goods, grocery items, supplements and hot ready-to-go meals with vegan and gluten-free options from the store’s kitchen, it’s easy to eat healthy and stay healthy.

However, Goodness Me is about more than top quality food. Registered nutritionists work in the supplements section to provide information and support for customers facing health challenges from colds to creaky joints. Public classes about healthy cooking,

healthcare with naturopathic doctors and wellness experts, and other subjects are held regularly.

Store manager Dale Chapman recommends the 10-week Lifewatchers healthy living course.

“We’ll walk you through every step of the process from understanding proteins, fats and carbs to blood sugar and how that affects your health and sleep pattern, weight issues and joint pain,” says Dale. “We get into adrenal and thyroid health and cook in every class. People get to eat great food and realize healthy eating is delicious.”

79 Park Place Blvd 705-730-7689 www.goodnessme.ca

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Serving Barrie for over 13 years, this delicious bakery is a tasty success story.

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‘Cakes By Design’ is inspired to create the unexpected You want a wedding cake that looks like the Muskoka birch stump where you and your beloved carved your initials. Bring your idea to Cakes By Design in Barrie and they will make your dream cake a reality.

Baker and owner Jennifer Mayrl and her staff design, create and bake between 60 and 100 stunning custom cakes weekly for occasions ranging from hip replacements to anniversaries.

Gender reveal cakes with pink or blue interiors are popular at baby showers.

“People come to us for a little fun,” says Jennifer, who fell in love with cake decorating at a part-time job as a teen. “If you can dream it, we can bake it.”

At the 13-year-old company, every cake must taste as fabulous as it looks and only cakes Mayrl would be proud to serve are made. Customers can also pick up ready-to-go cakes, cupcakes, decorated sugar cookies and more.

To book a cake consultation, email info@cakesbydesign.ca or call 705-739-6886.

Cakes By Design 89 Toronto St., Barrie 705-739-6886 cakesbydesign.ca

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grocery store

When customers come in, they know they are going to see smiling faces and always get what they need at a competitive price.

Zehrs 11 Bryne Dr 620 Yonge St 607 Cundles Rd E www.zehrs.ca

Zehrs It’s not surprising that customers regard Zehrs as Barrie’s ‘community corner store’. After 22 years of enjoying the store’s welcoming atmosphere, friendly service and top quality products, customers continue to vote for Zehrs as their Favourite Grocery Store. Store Manager Cristian Grove thanks all Zehrs customers for their ongoing support.

“We see the same faces every week and know many of our customers by name,” says Cristian. “We thank them for their loyalty to the business. For us, it’s all about the relationships we have with our customers.

We are not another big box retailer. When customers come in, they know they are going to see smiling faces and always get what they need at a competitive price.”

Zehrs’ staff regularly gives back to their community through activities like shoreline clean ups and donations to the OSPCA. In September, the store donated almost $5,000

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of school supplies to the Barrie Food Bank during the Back to School drive.

“We donate all of the store’s product with dented cans & broken boxes to the Barrie Food Bank every day,” says Cristian.

Over the past year, Zehrs has adapted to the online shopping trend with its Click and Collect website at www.zehrs.ca. The service is ideal for commuters who want to pre-order and pick up their groceries on the way home or anyone whose busy day doesn’t allow time for in-store shopping. Customers quickly and easily order their groceries on computer by selecting individual grocery items or browsing through product aisle, family member or brand categories. The Click and Collect service is a valued time saver according to feedback from Zehrs customers.

“You order your groceries online and select a designated time slot for when you want to pick them up,” explains Chris. “At the store,

you call a phone number and say you’re picking up. Staff will run right out to your car with the order in any weather. There is a $3-$5 fee depending on the time of day. Our staff is trained to pick the best meat, produce, bakery and grocery items to fill online orders.

Also, online customers reap the same benefits from flyer sale prices and coupons as in-store shoppers.”

Though Zehrs cannot compete with some competitors’ budget pricing, customers come in for the superior level of attentive customer service and consistent selection of products.

“When you come into our store, you’re going to find fresh products and be welcomed with a smile,” says Cristian. “That’s how we set ourselves apart. If customers find a product they want at a competitor’s store and we do not stock it, I will try my hardest to get it onto our store’s shelves.”

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sports bar

Host Your Next Party or Gathering at Hooligans!

There’s no question that Hooligans’ massive 20 ft.

HD screen makes the downtown Barrie restaurant a phenomenal place to watch sports. However, it’s Hooligans’ outstanding menu, top-notch service, comfortable surroundings and casual dining atmosphere that bring family and friends back for great meals.

Hooligans marked its second anniversary on Labour Day and is celebrating by adding new menu items, while keeping the favourites. Some of those faves are ½ price wine Wednesdays and Steak Night every Thursday, featuring high quality steaks served with all the fixings for $20!

“Our steak night has been unbelievably popular

since we introduced it in our first year,” says partner Adam Smith. “People also love our chicken. Our Hoolie Bites and Chicken Tenders are number one sellers. Kids and adult alike love them.”

Hoolies Rooftop patio, which continues to draw large summer crowds, provides superior views of the lake. The restaurant’s mezzanine dining area comfortably accommodates up to 65 people for private functions. As well, the entire restaurant can be rented for weddings, community group receptions and large events. For your next special occasion, mention this ad & get 10% off your group food purchase on events booked Sun-Thurs!

Great food, Great service and lots of Good cheer in downtown Barrie

Hooligans 66 Dunlop St. E., Downtown Barrie 705-503-8833 hooligansrestaurant.ca

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Gregor Homes Gregor Homes, known for over 30 years as a trusted builder of top quality new homes, builds superior custom homes and superb residential renovations in Simcoe County.

“We really appreciate being voted best new home builder,” says owner James Bazely. “Our reputation was built on our sub-division homes, customer service and quality,” About nine years ago, we changed our focus to concentrate on building custom homes.”

Gregor Homes can build homes from architect’s plans or take the client’s ideas through a design process. The company is also known

for its enterprise. Gregor Homes will take on any project from kitchen renovations to major structural repairs.

“We are happy to take on repairs that may be daunting to another contractor,” says James.

“We are up for any challenge.”

With the current pent up demand for new homes and renovations, Gregor Homes is extremely busy. James encourages everyone looking for a builder to do some research.

“Always deal with a building industry professional, preferably within the Ontario Home Builders’ Association,” advises James.

Gregor Homes Inc. 705-721-3354 www.gregorhomes.com

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“We stay true to who we are, a music store.”

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When people in Barrie want the best and latest music, they think of Sunrise Records. As a result, Sunrise Records has won its first Readers Choice Award as the city’s Favourite CD/Record Store.

“We are always thankful for our hardworking staff, committed customers and fellow record shops for keeping the industry alive,” says Sunrise Vice-President of Sales and Operations, Chris Dipardo.

Founded in 1977, Sunrise Records is known for supporting each store’s local music scene across Canada. Store managers add titles to their

store’s catalogue based on local demand, and stock local artists’ music.

“We stay true to who we are, a music store first whether it be CDs, LPs, cassettes, Walkmans, record players or music apparel,” says Chris.

“This has been our busiest year to date with 76 new locations and a bigger catalogue of music and visual product.”

Sunrise Records is currently hosting a contest for local unsigned bands! The winner’s album will be pressed on vinyl, put on CD and distributed throughout Canada in Sunrise stores. Find out more details on the Sunrise Facebook page.

Sunrise Records 320 Bayfield St. Bayfield Mall, Barrie 705-730-5680 sunriserecords.com

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hot tub

We would like to Thank All of our Customers

Georgian Hot Tubs wins Seventh Readers Choice award At family owned and operated Georgian Hot Tubs, everything they do is dedicated to their customers from the greeting at the door to hot tub maintenance.

“We teach you every aspect of the hot tub and make sure you get the right product at the right price and for the right reason,” says owner Hans Kissmann. “We spend time to know what a customer is looking for and help them create their backyard vision.”

Georgian Hot Tubs has earned seven Readers

Choice Awards as a result.

“Winning this award makes all the effort throughout the year well worth it,” says Hans.

“We would like to thank all of our customers.

They are the ones who make it possible.”

The company has been authorized as a Hydropool Hot Tub dealer and recently became an authorized Softub Canada retailer.

“Softub is a truly portable hot tub,” says Hans.

“You can take it to the cottage. We’re excited about it.”

Georgian Hot Tubs 502-34 Cedar Pointe, Barrie 705-733-2400 www.georgianhottubs.com

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Our Readers’

Foodie Faves

By Elise Allain One of our favourite categories in Readers’ Choice is the food category.

When it comes to dining out or dining in, there are so many options. But when you are craving a great slice of mouth-watering pizza or the biggest, juiciest burger you can fit in your mouth, where do you go?

With so much choice, the best advice is to follow the experts and go where the locals hang out.

Here are some of our readers’ favourite eateries and delicious items from the menus.

Decorative Cake Cakes By Design. This local bakery won Favourite Cake but also has a wide variety of other baked goods including gorgeous and delicious cupcakes. If you haven’t been to visit this Toronto Street gem, you should put it on your list to try this year.

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Ribs Big Bone BBQ. Awarded Favourite Ribs, Big Bone BBQ has a wide selection of everything barbecue which is another great reason to take the family out for a fall-off-the-bone, saucy dining experience. You can also order ahead and take the food home to enjoy.

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Health Food Goodness Me. Voted Favourite Health Food, Goodness Me has an amazing variety of healthy groceries and also a wide selection of prepared dishes for you to take home for dinner or as a healthy lunch. Goodness Me proves eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring.

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Pub, Bar and Patio Donaleighs. As Barrie’s Favourite Pub, Bar and Patio, Donaleigh’s has earned these accolades serving up dynamite upscale pub fare in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. It is the perfect place for anyone looking for a great meal and a terrific pub experience.

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Ice Cream Cake Dairy Queen. It is no surprise that readers cast the winning vote for Favourite Ice Cream Cake for Dairy Queen. As pioneers in the creation of this frozen dessert, they have expanded from the traditional soft serve with a fudgy layer to customizing your favourite Blizzard into a slice of heaven.

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Danny’s Fish & Chips. A popular restaurant in south Barrie often has a lineup right out the door for Barrie’s Favourite Fish & Chips. With a light crispy batter, fresh home-cooked chips, everyone agrees Danny’s is the place to go for eating in or taking home.

Sandwich Fresh-A-Fare. Voted Favourite Sandwich, Fresh-A-Fare knows what they are doing in building a custom sandwich on fresh bread, a variety of cheeses and crunchy veggie toppings to please every palate. In addition to sandwiches, homemade soups and salads make this establishment a popular choice for the lunchtime crowd.

Italian Restaurant Il Buco. Italian food is synonymous with comfort food, and nobody does it better than Il Buco, Barrie’s Favourite Italian Restaurant.

From the amazing view overlooking Kempenfelt Bay to the wide variety of traditional Italian dishes, be prepared for an enjoyable evening out, or a great place to meet with clients for lunch.

Burger Kensington’s Burger Bar. This homegrown success story was voted Barrie’s Favourite Burger and one look at their menu will tell you why. Creative flavour combinations, a variety of bun choices and amazing side dishes will have the biggest burger connoisseur coming back again and again to try another masterpiece from the grill.

Bakery

Fox’s Bakery and Deli. Anyone who has lived in Barrie long enough will be familiar with our readers’ Favourite Bakery Foxs. Not only are prices unbelievable, the variety of fresh baked goods makes Fox’s a shopping destination for anyone wanting the best buns, bread or addictive, homemade granola. You can also pick up your weekly deli order here for another great reason to stop in.

Pizza PIE Wood Fired Pizza Joint. Seriously great pizza and more. PIE has established a cult-like following offering gourmet pizzas, pasta dishes and more in a family-friendly environment.

Beating out all of the national chains in this competition, there is a reason why this independent operation is taking the province by storm, expanding into several cities in Ontario including Collingwood and Muskoka. Way to go guys!

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Indian Food Tara Indian Cuisine. Voted Favourite Indian Food, chef brothers Yar and Nur have spent the last 18 years serving amazing, authentic Indian cuisine to the add some excitement on dining in adventures or your take-out night.

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Ice Cream Kawartha Dairy. Scooped ice cream cones are always in fashion. Voted Favourite Ice Cream, you can enjoy a cone on the go, or take home this sweet treat to surprise the kids.

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Local Fish Market Johnny’s Fresh Fish. A local fish market is a must for those wanting only the best in seafood. Johnny’s has a wide variety of fresh caught fish, mussels and other shellfish perfect for any special occasion when you really want to wow your guests.

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Catering Cravings Fine Food Market. Voted Favourite Catering, Cravings offers even more at their south end store with gourmet to go. From a hot counter to baked goods and frozen dishes you can prepare at home, Cravings Fine Food Market is a must visit for every foodie in the region.

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We are proud to offer you – our readers – the opportunity to choose your favourite businesses throughout Barrie and surrounding area. Earlier this year, we posted our survey online and published it in the Barrie Advance, asking readers to select their favourite companies and professionals in a number of categories.The response has been overwhelming. Each one of these businesses have been chosen based on their dedication to customer satisfaction, name recognition or community involvement.

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AROUND THE HOME SERVICES & PRODUCTS

Custom Window/Door

Air Purification

92 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705- 737-1554 www.kempenfeltwindows.com

Clean Air Solutions 131 Saunders Rd #7, Barrie 705-721-1600 clearairsolutions.com

Appliance Store Sears

521 Bayfield St, Barrie 705-726-4451 www.sears.ca

Kempenfelt Windows and Doors

Designer Furniture Urban Barn

80 Concert Way #7, Barrie 705-728-5293 www.urbanbarn.com

Fences & Decks Simcoe Fencing

Basement Renovation

Basement Concepts 18 Alliance Blvd #20, Barrie 705-722-9042 basementconcepts.com

Bath Renovation Home Depot

10 Barrie View Dr., Barrie 705-733-2800 homedepot.ca

BBQ Centre Napoleon

24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie 705-721-1214 napoleonhomecomfort.ca

Carpet Cleaner

Simcoe Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners

90 Ardagh Rd., Barrie 705-721-7555 www.simcoecarpetcleaners.ca

Cleaning Service Molly Maid

Serving Barrie & Area 705-735-2664 www.mollymaid.ca

Closet Organizer Closets by Design

73 Saunders Rd., Barrie 705-727-1100 www.closetsbydesign.com

1317 Flos Rd. 3, Phelpston 705-322-1784 simcoefence.ca

Fireplace Centre

Napoleon Home Comfort 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie 705-721-1214 napoleonhomecomfort.ca

Floor Covering Irvine Carpet One

514 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-728-5566 www.irvinecarpetonebarrie.com

Furniture Store Leon’s

81 Bryne Dr, Barrie 705-730-1777 www.leons.ca

Garage Door

Kempenfelt Windows & Doors 92 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705- 737-1554 www.kempenfeltwindows.com

Handyman Services RJ Handyman

Serving Barrie & Area 705-999-1202 www.rjhandyman.ca

Heating/Air Conditioning

4346 County Rd 90, Springwater 705-725-9913 www.bradfordgreenhouses.com

Allandale Decorating Centre 393 Yonge St., Barrie 705-739-7730 www.colournow.ca

Picture Framing

Napoleon Home Comfort Michaels 24 Napoleon Rd., Barrie 705-721-1214 napoleonhomecomfort.ca

80 Park Place Blvd., Barrie 705-417-2433 www.canada.michaels.com

Home Theatre

Plumber

80 Concert Way Unit 2, Barrie 705-797-5330 www.bestbuy.ca

65 Cedar Pointe Dr., Barrie 705-795-3746 www.wrightsplumbing.ca

Hot Tub

Pool Company

502 - 34 Cedar Pointe Dr., Barrie 705-733-2400 www.georgianhottubs.com

42 Anne St. S., Barrie 705-726-4606 www.pioneerfamilypools.ca

Kitchen Renovation

Roofing Company

Best Buy

Georgian Hot Tubs

Wright’s Plumbing

Pioneer Family Pools

Lowes

Brentwood Roofing

71 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-797-5030 www.lowes.ca

Serving Barrie & Area 705-487-2884 brentwoodltd.com

Landscape Supply

Vacuum Cleaner Service

Bradford Greenhouse

4346 County Rd. 90, Springwater 705-725-9913 www.bradfordgreenhouses.com

Lawn Service Company Weed Man

364 St Vincent St., Barrie 705-721-9333 www.weedmancanada.com/barrie

New Home Builder Garden/Landscape Gregor Homes 120 Clapperton St., Barrie Company 705-721-3354 Bradford Greenhouses

Paint & Decor

www.gregorhomes.com

Barrie Vacuums Plus 215 Mapleview Dr. E., Barrie 705-728-3004 www.barrievacuums.com

Water Purification Water Depot

70 Essa Rd., 705-722-3242, www.waterdepotessa.com 515 Bryne Dr. 705-792-2121, www.waterdepotbryne.com 181 Livingstone St. E. 705-792-2093 www.waterdepotlivingstone.com

Window Covering/ Blinds Blinds 2 Go

19 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-727-0973 www.blindstogo.com

Congratulations to all the 2017 Winners!

Congratulations to all the 2017 Winners!

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AUTOMOTIVE SALES, SERVICE & PEOPLE

Auto Detailing Klassic Car Wash 29 Anne St. S., Barrie 705-739-0381 klassiccarwash.ca

Car Audio

Tom’s Car Audio

422 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-726-7167 barriecaraudio.ca

Car Rental Enterprise

Auto Glass Repair Speedy

1 King St., Barrie 705-726-5711 19 Hart Dr., Barrie 705-721-1400 speedyglass.ca

133 Mapleview Dr. & 304 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-726-8517 enterprise.ca

Collision Repair Zenetec

Automotive Tinting Crystals Glass Tinting 438 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-721-0368 crystalsglasstintinginc.ca

Auto Mechanic/ Technician Active Green + Ross

38 Anne St. S., Barrie 705-726-4101 512 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-726-9297 activegreenross.com

281 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-735-4115 partsource.ca

Auto Rustproofing Krown Rust Control 10 Cross St., Barrie 705-739-5152 krown.com

Auto Service Centre Active Green + Ross

38 Anne St. S., Barrie 705-726-4101 512 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-726-9297 • activegreenross.com

St Onge Recreation 65 Hart Dr., Barrie 888-576-3841 stongerecreation.com

Tire Shop

Active Green + Ross

38 Anne St. S., 512 Bryne Dr, Barrie 705-726-4101 & 705-726-9297 activegreenross.com

Vertical Zone

361 King St. #7, Barrie 705-794-5867 verticalzonetrampolinecentre.ca

Martial Arts

Barrie Taekwondo

1027 Bayfield St., Midhurst 705-730-0006 barrietaekwondo.com

Night Club Queen’s

94 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-728-9494 queensbarrie.com

Transmission Shop

Domestic Car Dealer

182 Essa Rd., Barrie 705-728-3241 mrtransmissionbarrie.ca

Outdoor Patio

55 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-737-2310 barrieford.com

Used Car Dealer

28 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-252-7733 donaleighs.com

Driving Instruction

2496 Doral Drive, Innisfil 1-877-543-0954 autoparkbarrie.ca

Pool Hall

74 Cedar Pointe Dr #1010, Barrie 705-728-1882 yd.com

ENTERTAINMENT / SPORT

274 Burton Ave. #9-10, Barrie 705-725--0630 wickiespub.com

Barrie Ford

Young Drivers

Barrie Honda

Partsource

Snowmobile Dealer

Indoor Play Centre

247 Tiffin St., Barrie 705-737-1988 zenetec.com

Import Car Dealer

Auto Parts

171 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-719-0044 oilchangers.ca

80 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-733-2100 barriehonda.com

Muffler Shop Midas

387 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-737-4800 341 Yonge St., Barrie 705-722-3113 221 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-722-7576 midas.com

Oil/Lube Change Oil Changers

Mister Transmission

AutoPark

Birthday Party Spot Vertical Zone

361 King St. #7, Barrie 705-794-5867 verticalzonetrampolinecentre.ca

Donaleigh’s Irish Public House

Wickie’s Pub

Ski Resort

Snow Valley

2632 Vespra Valley Rd., Minesing 705-721-7669 skisnowvalley.com

Dance Studio

Kreative Dance Company Sports Bar Hooligan’s 131 Commerce Park Dr. E., Barrie 705-725-1103 kreativedance.com

Golf Course

Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club 4730 Side Rd 25, Thornton 705-720-2150 tanglecreekgolf.com

66 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-503-8833 hooligansrestaurant.ca

Summer Camp YMCA

22 Grove St. W., Barrie 705-726-6421 ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca

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FITNESS / HEATH CARE PROFESSIONALS Chiropractic Clinic

Massage Therapist

Barrie Chiropractic

Naturopathic Doctor

55 Cedar Pointe Dr., Barrie 705-792-6690 barriechiropractor.com

Chiropractor Marc Jakobs

237 Mapleview Dr. E. #4, Barrie 705-739-1155 huroniachiropractic.com

Dentist White Cedar Dental 610 Huronia Rd. #7, Barrie 705-737-1151 whitecedardental.com

Denturist Barrie Denture Clinic 5 Bradford St., Barrie 705-728-9898 barriedentureclinic.com

12 Bowman Ave, Barrie 705-816-0115 rebeccavrmt.com

Dr. Whitney Young

93 Bell Farm Road #103, Barrie 705-792-6717 rootedinhealth.ca

Nutritionist Katherine Parent

411 Huronia Rd. Unit 5, Barrie 705-722-1004 makegoodchoices.ca

Optical Costco

41 Mapleview Dr. E., Barrie 705-728-2350 www.costco.ca

Optometrist Dr. Chris Schell

225 Ferndale Dr. S. #6, Barrie 705-734-5700 optometristbarrie.ca

Fitness Club LA Fitness

149 Live Eight Way, Barrie 705-302-2371 527 Cundles Rd. E., Barrie 705-302-2365 lafitness.com

Hearing Clinic Listen Up

5 Quarry Ridge Road, Suite 101, Barrie 1-888-437-9818 listenupcanada.com

Long Term Health/ Nursing Home Roberta Place

Rebecca Visser RMT

503 Essa Rd., Barrie 705-733-3231 jarlette.com/long-term-care/ roberta-place

705-252-5200 resolutionclinic.com

705-727-1000 mandarinrestaurant.com

Yoga Studio

Butcher

Moksha Yoga Barrie

The Butcher Shop

FOOD & DRINK

Cake (Decorative)

411 Huronia Rd. #6, Barrie 705-790-8280 barrie.mokshayoga.ca

Bagel Great Canadian Bagel 411 Bayfield St #12, Barrie 705-739-7830 greatcanadianbagel.com

Bakery Fox’s Bakery & Deli 96 Victoria St., Barrie 705-737-4646 foxsbakery.com

Bar

Donaleigh’s Irish Public House 28 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-252-7733 donaleighs.com

Orthodontist

Best Overall Service

Dr. Scott MacGregor

Kenzington Burger Bar

85 Ferris Lane, Suite 103, Barrie 705-728-1261 uptownbarrieorthodontics.com

Personal Trainer

Dave Fraser, Core Evolution Fitness 92 Saunders Road, Barrie 705-828-5277 coreevolutionfitness.ca

Pharmacy Shoppers Drug Mart

89 Toronto St., Barrie 705-739-6886 wedding-cake-birthday.com

Catering Company Cravings

131 Commerce Park Drive, Unit A, Barrie 705-734-2272 cravingsfinefood.ca

Chinese Restaurant Mandarin

28 Fairview Rd., Barrie 705-727-1000 mandarinrestaurant.com

Cocktail The Keg

359 Dunlop St. W, Barrie 705-720-7333 kegsteakhouse.com

Coffee

Breakfast

17 locations serving Barrie timhortons.ca

Cora’s

135 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-725-8686 chezcora.com

Brew Your Own Wine Winescape

92 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-734-9349 winescape.ca

Physiotherapist

Buffet

11 Victoria St. #218, Barrie

Cakes by Design

40 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-725-1667 kenzington.ca

Nine locations serving Barrie shoppersdrugmart.ca

Resolution Physiotherapy

221 Cundles Rd E, Barrie 705-737-2140 butchershopbarrie.com

Mandarin

Tim Hortons

Craft Brewery

Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery 107 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-721-8989 flyingmonkeys.ca

Cupcake

Sugar City Cupcake 494 Veterans Dr., Barrie 705-716-0129 sugarcitycupcakes.ca

28 Fairview Rd., Barrie

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Deli

Grocery Store

96 Victoria St., Barrie 705-737-4646 foxsbakery.com

11 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-733-1199 620 Yonge St., Barrie 705-735-2390 607 Cundles Rd. E., Barrie 705-739-5002 zehrs.ca

Fox’s Bakery & Deli

Donut

Tim Hortons 17 locations serving Barrie timhortons.ca

Family Restaurant Scotty’s

636 Yonge St., Barrie 705-725-1711 scottys.ca

Fine Dining

Michael & Marions 89 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-721-1188 www.michaelandmarions.com

Fish & Chips

Danny’s Fish & Chips

Zehrs

40 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-725-1667 kenzington.ca

359 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-720-7333 kegsteakhouse.com

Health Food

Pub

Kenzington Burger Bar

Goodness Me

79 Park Place Blvd., Barrie 705-730-7689 goodnessme.ca

Ice Cream

Kawartha Dairy

Ice Cream Cake

Johnny’s Fresh Fish

Dairy Queen

103 Bradford St., Barrie 705-728-9792 371 Yonge St., Barrie 705-722-7797 dairyqueen.com

516 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-730-0769

Indian Restaurant

Gourmet Food Store

128 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-737-1821 taracuisine.com

Tara Indian Cuisine

Barrie Olive Oil Co.

45 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-503-6457 31 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-792-0300 barrieoliveoil.com

Greek Restaurant Casa Mia

Pizza

45 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-503-6457 31 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-792-0300 barrieoliveoil.com

34 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-725-9663 11 Victoria St., Barrie 705-728-7952 eatmypie.ca

Hamburger

French Fries

Fresh Fish Market

88 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-737-3663 casamia.ca

Barrie Olive Oil Co.

Steak

10 Anne St. S., Barrie 705-726-0355 kawarthadairy.com

24A Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-733-2873 smokespoutinerie.com

Casa Mia

Specialty Foods

Pie Wood Fired Pizza Joint

411 Huronia Rd., Barrie 705-721-8998

Smoke’s Poutinerie

Mediterranean Restaurant

Italian Restaurant Il Buco

31 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-735-9595 ilbucoristorante.com

Donaleigh’s Irish Public House

The Keg

Sushi

Akira Sushi 17 Mulcaster St., Barrie 705-812-2568 akirajapanesecuisine.com

28 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-252-7733 donaleighs.com

Thai Restaurant

Ribs

61 King St. # 21-22, Barrie 705-739-6777 thaibamboorestaurant.ca

190 Minet’s Point Rd, Barrie 705-733-2663 bigbonebbq.ca

Vegetarian Friendly

Sandwich

Four locations serving Barrie 705-739-0505 avocobar.com

Big Bone BBQ

Fresh a-Fare 531 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-728-8474 530 Welham Rd., Barrie 705-722 3787 fresh-a-fare.com

Seafood

Red Lobster

Thai Bamboo

Avocobar

Wings

Wild Wing 490 Mapleview Drive W., Barrie 705-733-9464 237 Mapleview Dr E., Barrie 705-722-6090 wildwingrestaurants.com

319 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-728-2401 redlobster.ca

Soup

Panera Bread 149 Park Place Blvd, Barrie 705-735-3000 panerabread.com

88 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-737-3663 casamia.ca

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Barrie Advance 2017

PEOPLE

New Car Salesperson

Bank Teller

David Lawrence, TD Canada Trust 33 Collier St., Suite 100, Barrie 705-721-6001 td.com

Meghan Williams, Barrie Nissan 630 Veterans Dr., Barrie 705-726-0649 barrienissan.ca

Photographer Jennifer Klementti

Chef

Randy Feltis, The Farmhouse 268 Bradford St., Barrie 705-737-0522 thefarmhouse.ca

96 Mary St., Barrie 705-719-9769 jenniferklementti.com

Travel Agent

Financial Planner

Melanie Adams, Sun Life Serving Barrie & Area 705-252-9010 sunlife.ca/ melanie.adams/e/index.htm

Insurance Agent

Melanie Adams, Sun Life Serving Barrie & Area 705-252-9010 sunlife.ca/ melanie.adams/e/index.htm

Interior Decorator

Sue Kay

393 Yonge St., Barrie 705-790-2284 colournow.ca

Lisa Kay, Flight Centre 509 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-812-3377 flightcentre.ca

Used Car Salesperson Meghan Williams, Barrie Nissan 630 Veterans Dr., Barrie 705-726-0649 barrienissan.ca

Veterinarian

Trish O’Sullivan, O’Sullivan Animal Hospital 420 Leacock Dr., Barrie 705-728-8387 osullivananimalhospital.com

Waiter/Waitress

Lawyer

Jay Flemming, Jack Astor’s

Cesia Green

70 Mapleview Dr. W, Barrie 705-722-4737 jackastors.com

375 Yonge St., Barrie 705-722-7272 wall-arm.ca

Mortgage Broker/ Consultant

Jon Doyle, Anthem Mortgage Group 387 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-721-4509 anthemmortgage.ca

SALON / SPA PRODUCT & SERVICES Beauty Supply Sephora

509 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-722-0333 sephora.com

Cosmetic Clinic

Martin’s Rejuvenation Centre 526 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-735-0639 barriebotox.ca

Electrolysis

Tanning Salon

65 Cedar Pointe Dr. #801, Barrie 705-721-5800 skinsational.ca

350 Big Bay Point Rd, Barrie 705-739-5151 extremetanning.ca

Skinsational

Extreme Tanning

Esthetician/Make-up Application

SERVICES

65 Cedar Pointe Dr. #801, Barrie 705-721-5800 skinsational.ca

Diamond Tree Accounting

Ria Marsland, Skinsational

Hair Colour Technician Amanda Hill, Red Hair Studio 28 Ross St., Barrie 705-252-2599 redhairstudio.ca

Hair Salon Gravity Salon

206 Bradford St., Barrie 705-252-3992 gravitysalonprofessionals.ca

Hairstylist/Barber

Amanda Hill, Red Hair Studio 28 Ross St., Barrie 705-252-2599 redhairstudio.ca

Laser Hair Removal

Laser Health Works 93 Bell Farm Rd., Barrie 705-739-0721 laserhealthworks.com

Manicure/Pedicure Glow Day Spa

110 Anne St. S. #3, Barrie 705-734-3800 glowdayspa.ca

Accounting

576 Bryne, Unit # P, Barrie 705-720-1955 diamondtreeaccounting.com

Bank/Trust Company TD Canada Trust

33 Collier St., Suite 100, Barrie 705-721-6001 td.com

Banquet Facility

Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club 4730 Side Rd 25, Thornton 705-720-2150 tanglecreekgolf.com

Bereavement Service Adams Funeral Home 445 St Vincent St., Barrie 705-728-4344 adamsfuneralhome.ca

Child Care YMCA

242 Grove St. E., Barrie 705-726-9622 ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca

Courier UPS

Nail Technician

474 Welham Rd, Barrie 800-742-5877 ups.com

241 Essa Rd., Barrie 705-719-9888 tominails.ca

Ruff Haus

Tommy Tran, T.O.M.I nails

Spa

Glow Day Spa

Dog Daycare

304B Dunlop St. W. #5, Barrie 705-739-7833 ruffhaus.ca

110 Anne St. S. #3, Barrie 705-734-3800 glowdayspa.ca

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Barrie Advance 2017

Dog Training

Limousine Service

Sewing Supply

366 Huronia Rd., Barrie 705-812-7529 topdogk9services.com

369 Huronia Rd., Barrie 705-722-5466 barrielimos.ca

348 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-726-4400 fabricland.ca

Dry Cleaner

Mover

Shoe Repair

331 Bayfield St., 420 Essa Rd., 565 Yonge St., Barrie 705-726-9600, 705-726-0259, 705-719-9905 cottys.ca

110 Saunders Rd. #11, Barrie 705-302-1269 twomenandatruck.ca

11 Clapperton St., Barrie 705-728-4833 shopbarrie.com/goldsshoeservice

Pet Grooming

Tailor

33 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-722-0337 petsmart.ca

509 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-728-1381 stitchit.com

Photography Studio

Tattoo Shop

96 Mary St., Barrie 705-719-9769 jenniferklementti.com

18 Clapperton St., Barrie 705-720-2202 luckydevilbarrie.com

Top Dog K9 Services

Cotty’s

Employment Agency Manpower

Ste Q, 132 Commerce Park Dr, Barrie, ON 705-728-1191 manpower.ca

Hotel/Motel Holiday Inn

20 Fairview Rd., Barrie 705-722-0555 hibarrie.ca

Barrie Executive Limo

Two Men and A Truck

Pet Smart

Jennifer Klementti

Sugar City Cupcake

62 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-737-3552 sunlife.ca/barrie

Investment Company Sun Life

62 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-737-3552 sunlife.ca/barrie

Invitations

Paperie by Katie Williams

89 Dunlop Street East, Unit 201, Barrie, ON 705-896-2668 thepaperiebarrie.com

Learning Centre

Barrie Learning Centre 320 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-725-8360 thelearningcentres.com

Gold’s Shoes

Stitch It

Lucky Devil

Pottery/Craft

Tax Preparation

21 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-797-1345 creativecafe.ca

Serving Barrie & Area hrblock.ca

Creative Cafe

Insurance

Fabricland

Print Shop Staples

Flight Centre

2145 Innisfil Beach Rd., Innisfil 705-739-4731 kempenfeltbayschool.ca

4 Cedar Pointe Dr., Barrie 705-722-0055 weightwatchers.ca

Retirement Residence

Roberta Place

St. Onge Recreation 65 Hart Dr., Barrie 888-576-3841 stongerecreation.com

Bicycle Shop Bikeland

75 Dyment Rd., Barrie 705-726-7372 bikeland.ca

Board Shop Tropical North

42 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-725-8833 boardshopbarrie.ca

Travel Agency

Weight Loss Clinic

431 Huronia Rd. #10, Barrie 705-725-7304 1075koolfm.com

ATV Sales & Service

76 Barrie View Dr, Barrie 705-735-6735 chapters.indigo.ca

Private School

Kool FM

2207 Industrial Park Rd., Innisfil 705-436-6222 roadshowantiquesmall.com

Book Store (New)

561 Bayfield St, Barrie, ON 705-735-4058 staples.ca

Radio Station

Roadshow’s 400 Antiques Mall

H & R Block

509 Bayfield St. & 555 Essa Rd., Barrie 866-914-4986 & 866-230-9287 flightcentre.ca

Kempenfelt Bay School

Antiques

Weight Watchers

SHOPPING

Chapters

Bridal Shop Helen’s Bridal

22 Dunlop St. E., Barrie 705-734-0680 helensbridalbarrie.com

Camping Equipment Store MEC

61 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-792-4675 mec.ca

Adult & Novelty Shop Stag Shop

346 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-722-3176 stagshop.com

489 Essa Rd., Barrie 705-728-2900 jarlette.com

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CD/Music Store Sunrise Records

Golf Shop

Motorcycle Shop

Golf Town

Barrie Harley Davidson

320 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-730-5680 sunriserecords.com

80 Concert Way, Barrie 705-735-9921 golftown.com

Cell Phone Centre

Hobby Store

Musical Instruction

Rogers

Michaels

Music Pro

855-381-7834 rogers.com

Children’s Clothing Once Upon a Child

15 Cedar Pointe Dr # 15, Barrie 705-726-7577 onceuponachildbarrie.com/

Children’s Shoe Store Walmart

450 Bayfield St, Barrie 705-728-2833 35 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-728-9122 walmart.ca

Jewellery Store Bill Le Boeuf Jewellers

52 Dunlop St. W., Barrie 705-728-3343 billleboeufjewellers.com

Lighting Store Glass Lighting Gallery 28 Commerce Park Dr, Barrie 705-722-7772 glasslightinggallery.ca

Lingerie Shop Victoria’s Secret

Computer & Electronic Best Buy

80 Concert Way, Unit 2, Barrie 705-797-5330 bestbuy.ca

Department Store Walmart

450 Bayfield St, Barrie 705-728-2833 35 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-728-9122 walmart.ca

Fabric Shop Fabricland

Fendley’s Flowers

Party City

Mattress Store Sleep Country

407 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-721-0360 22 Commerce Park Dr., Barrie 705-720-2211 sleepcountry.ca

27 Caplan Dr., Barrie 705-739-3512 marks.com

Storage Mart

400 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-735-9921 partycity.ca

Toy Store

Pet Store

555 Bayfield Street, Barrie 705-739-8697 toysrus.ca

Pet Valu

555 Essa Rd., Barrie 705-726-0383 632 Yonge St., Barrie 705-735-4385 165 Wellington St., Barrie 705-726-1721 petvalu.com

Liquidation Centre

Mark’s Work Wearhouse

Florist

Party Supply Store

3 Morrow Rd., Barrie 705-727-0678 storage-mart.com

15 Cedar Pointe Dr Unit 15, Barrie 705-726-7577 onceuponachildbarrie.com

86 Brock St., Barrie 705-726-9953 liquidationnation.ca

509 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-722-1060 80 Concert Way #4, Barrie 705-739-0437 sportchek.ca

Storage

Second Hand Store

Liquidation Nation

Sport Chek

133 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-725-1070 musicprobarrie.com

509 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-734-3751 victoriassecret.com

Men’s Clothing

348 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-726-4400 fabricland.ca

4 Alliance Blvd., Barrie 705-728-5975 fendleysflowers.com

80 Park Place Blvd, Barrie 705-417-2433 michaels.com

311 Bryne Dr., Barrie 705-728-5322 barriehd.com

Sporting Goods Store

Once Upon a Child

Shoe Store Designer Shoe Warehouse

80 Concert Way, Barrie 705-408-0155 dsw.townshoes.ca

Toys R Us

Used Book Store Rivendell Books

165 Wellington St. W., Barrie 705-722-4884 usedbooksbarrie.ca

Watch/Watch Repair Voldi’s Time Center

400 Bayfield St., Barrie 705-730-6661 kozlovcentre.com/voldis-time-centre

Women’s Clothing Winners

411 Bayfield St. & 37 Mapleview Dr. W., Barrie 705-720-2807 & 705-792-1437 winners.ca/en

Shopping Mall Georgian Mall

509 Bayfield St, Barrie 705-726-9556 georgianmall.ca

Single Serve Coffee Java Cup Co.

112 Saunders Rd., Barrie 705-733-5282 javacupco.com

Congratulations to all the 2017 Winners!

Congratulations to all the 2017 Winners!